X34: Victim of earthquake

Victim of earthquake, classified under the ICD-10 category X34, pertains to the group of injuries, health conditions or traumas that a person might sustain as a consequence of an earthquake. This label does not denote any specific medical condition, but rather serves as an overarching term for a wide range of potential health complications. The definite state of health varies substantially among individuals, hinging on the intensity of the earthquake and the resultant level of disaster and destruction. Common injuries may encompass minor bruises and cuts, broken bones, significant head injuries and also instances of psychological trauma. Health ailments arising from exposure to contaminated water or lack of food and sanitary conditions, such as dehydration, starvation, or infections, may also be encountered. The progression of these conditions depends largely on the individual's overall health, the type and severity of the suffering, and how swiftly they receive adequate medical attention.