W25.XXXA Contact with sharp glass, initial encounter

ICD10CM code

#### Name of the Condition
- Contact with sharp glass, initial encounter
- ICD-10 Code: W25.XXXA

#### Summary
Contact with sharp glass refers to an injury caused by broken or sharp-edged glass. While it is often minor, it can result in cuts or lacerations requiring medical intervention.

#### Causes
- Accidental breakage of glass objects.
- Incidental contact with shattered glass on surfaces.
- Occupational hazards in environments where glass is handled.

#### Risk Factors
- Working in glass manufacturing or handling.
- Being around environments with lots of glass objects.
- Unsafely disposing of glass materials.

#### Symptoms
- Visible lacerations or cuts.
- Bleeding from the affected area.
- Possible embedded glass fragments in the skin.

#### Diagnosis
- Physical examination to assess the extent of injuries.
- Imaging tests (e.g., X-rays) to detect any glass fragments embedded in the skin.

#### Treatment Options
- Cleaning and disinfecting the wound.
- Removal of any glass fragments.
- Sutures for deeper cuts.
- Tetanus shot if necessary.

#### Prognosis and Follow-Up
- Prognosis is generally good; most glass cuts heal well with proper care.
- Follow-up to ensure no infection develops, particularly if sutures are used.

#### Complications
- Infection at the wound site.
- Potential scarring or nerve damage if the injury is severe.

#### Lifestyle & Prevention
- Use protective gloves when handling glass.
- Safely dispose of glass materials to prevent accidental contact.
- Maintain awareness in areas with broken or loose glass.

#### When to Seek Professional Help
- Profuse bleeding that doesn't stop with pressure.
- Visible glass fragments that cannot be removed easily.
- Signs of infection such as redness, swelling, or pus.

#### Additional Resources
- [American College of Emergency Physicians (ACEP)](https://www.acep.org/)
- [National Safety Council (NSC)](https://www.nsc.org/)

#### Tips for Medical Coders
- Ensure the correct identification of the encounter type - 'initial encounter' in this case.
- Double-check for any additional codes needed for specific details such as the presence of foreign bodies or deep tissue involvement.

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