V85: Occupant of special construction vehicle injured in transport accident
V85.0: Driver of special construction vehicle injured in traffic accident
The term 'Driver of special construction vehicle injured in traffic accident' refers to a condition where a person driving a unique construction vehicle suffers an injury as a result of a traffic accident. This can occur while operating vehicles like excavators, loaders or bulldozers on or near roadways. Injuries are typically the result of mechanical failures, collisions with other vehicles, or the overturning of the construction vehicle. The severity of the injury can greatly vary depending on the particulars of the accident, ranging from minor cuts and bruises to significant trauma involving broken bones, spinal cord injuries, brain injuries, or internal bleeding. Such incidents could affect various physical systems, depending on the type of injury sustained, and may require immediate medical intervention for stabilization and treatment.
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