V70: Bus occupant injured in collision with pedestrian or animal
V70.7: Bus occupant injured in collision with pedestrian or animal : person on outside of vehicle injured in traffic accident
The condition described by the code V70.7 refers to an injury sustained by a bus occupant during a collision with a pedestrian or animal, where the injured individual was on the outside of the vehicle during a traffic accident. This type of injury generally occurs under traffic conditions and involves different types of traumatic impact. The severity and type of injury can vary greatly, depending on several factors such as the speed of the vehicle at the time of accident, the size and species of the animal (if an animal is involved), and the protective measures employed by the individual. Common injuries can encompass a broad range from minor bruises and scrapes to major trauma such as bone fractures, internal injuries or even traumatic brain injuries. Medical attention should be immediately sought to assess and treat these injuries.
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