V71: Bus occupant injured in collision with pedal cycle
V71.7: Bus occupant injured in collision with pedal cycle : person on outside of vehicle injured in traffic accident
The condition described under the ICD-10 code V71.7 refers to injuries sustained by a bus occupant, specifically a person outside the vehicle, during a collision with a pedal cycle that occurred in a traffic accident. The injuries from this type of incident can range in severity and may include traumas to various parts of the body, such as skull fractures, internal bleeding, bone fractures, and skin lacerations. The primary cause is a vehicular collision involving a bus and a pedal cycle, such as a bicycle. The type of injury and its severity correlate directly with the force and nature of the collision. This circumstance is a traumatic event, resulting in bodily harm due to external causes. It's vital to remember that any medical condition or bodily injury resulting from such incidents requires immediate attention from medical professionals.
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