Aetiology
Injury or harm arising following infusion, transfusion or therapeutic injection, not elsewhere classified, unspecified may be caused by a number of different factors. These could include an adverse reaction to the medication or product, a faulty infusion device, a needle puncture, or an injection of a contaminated substance.
Diagnosis
Injury or harm arising following infusion, transfusion or therapeutic injection, not elsewhere classified, unspecified can be diagnosed by taking a thorough medical history, physical examination and laboratory tests. Blood tests can be used to determine if any substance has been injected and to identify any allergic reactions that may have occurred. Imaging tests may be used to detect any internal damage and to rule out other possible causes.
Differential diagnosis
Differential diagnoses for injury or harm arising following infusion, transfusion or therapeutic injection, not elsewhere classified, unspecified include infections, drug reactions and side effects, allergic reactions, vascular or neurological complications, and mechanical complications.
Treatment
Treatment for injury or harm arising following infusion, transfusion or therapeutic injection, not elsewhere classified, unspecified will depend on the cause and the severity of the injury. Treatment may include antibiotics, anti-inflammatory medications, corticosteroids, fluids, or blood products. In some cases, surgery may be necessary to repair damaged tissues or organs.
Prognosis
The prognosis for injury or harm arising following infusion, transfusion or therapeutic injection, not elsewhere classified, unspecified will depend on the severity of the injury and the effectiveness of the treatment. In most cases, a full recovery is expected with appropriate treatment.