skadetyp

Skadetyp is a term used in medical and emergency care contexts to describe the type of injury a patient has sustained. It is typically documented in patient records, triage notes, and injury registries to categorize the tissue damage rather than the exact mechanism alone. The concept helps clinicians plan treatment, supports accurate documentation, and enables epidemiological analysis.

Common skadetyp categories include contusion (bruise), laceration (cut), fracture, dislocation, burn, penetrating wound, crush injury, poisoning or overdose, asphyxia, drowning, electrical injury, and exposure to chemicals or radiation. In many systems, the classification is linked to body region and may be accompanied by a severity rating (for example mild, moderate, or severe). Some contexts also differentiate injuries by whether they are accidental, intentional, or undetermined.

In practice, skadetyp is often coded using standardized medical coding schemes, such as ICD-10, SNOMED CT, or country-specific registries. The exact terminology and categories can vary by language, country, and healthcare setting, which can affect comparability of data across systems.

The use of skadetyp supports clinical decision-making, triage, and resource planning in emergency departments and prehospital care. It also underpins research and public health efforts to identify injury patterns, risk factors, and outcomes, informing prevention strategies and policy development. Ensuring consistent definitions, proper training for clinicians and coders, and harmonization of coding practices enhances data quality and comparability.