W00-X59: Other external causes of accidental injury
The group of conditions classified as "Other external causes of accidental injury" encompasses a wide array of injuries that occur due to unforeseen, external factors. These can range from minor to severe, and typically result from everyday activities or extraordinary circumstances. Such injuries may include falls, exposure to inanimate mechanical forces such as being hit by a falling object, exposure to animate mechanical forces such as bites or stings from insects or animals, car accidents, exposure to extreme weather conditions, accidental ingestion or contact with harmful substances, and more. Symptoms and progression of these conditions can vary greatly based on the nature and severity of the injury. Some individuals may exhibit visible signs such as bruises, cuts, or swelling, while others might experience internal pain or damage that isn't immediately apparent. In severe cases, these injuries can impact various body systems, potentially leading to long-term health issues.
Subcodes of W00-X59:
- W00-W19: Falls
- W20-W49: Exposure to inanimate mechanical forces
- W50-W64: Exposure to animate mechanical forces
- W65-W74: Accidental drowning and submersion
- W75-W84: Other accidental threats to breathing
- W85-W99: Exposure to electric current, radiation and extreme ambient air temperature and pressure
- X00-X09: Exposure to smoke, fire and flames
- X10-X19: Contact with heat and hot substances
- X20-X29: Contact with venomous animals and plants
- X30-X39: Exposure to forces of nature
- X40-X49: Accidental poisoning by and exposure to noxious substances
- X50-X57: Overexertion, travel and privation
- X58-X59: Accidental exposure to other and unspecified factors
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