X97: Assault by smoke, fire and flames
Assault by smoke, fire, and flames represents a group of conditions brought about by intentional harm enacted via the employment of smoke, fire, or flames. These conditions stem from direct human actions with the intent to cause physical harm or injury and are often associated with criminal cases. Patients affected by these events may present with various symptoms, primarily burns of different degrees, smoke inhalation injuries, thermal injuries to the respiratory system, and physical and psychological trauma. Disease progression largely depends on the severity of the initial injury, risk of infection, overall health status of the patient, and intervention speed. Frequently, the skin, lungs, eyes, and mental well-being are deeply impacted by these conditions. This range of conditions is very serious and may even result in mortality.
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