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8A44

Leukodystrophies

Leukodystrophies

Classification

ICD-11

Parent Code

BlockL1-8A4

Child Codes

6

WHO Foundation

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Child Codes (6)

8A44.0

Pelizaeus-Merzbacher disease

8A44.1

Adrenoleukodystrophy

8A44.2

Alexander disease

8A44.3

Certain specified leukodystrophies

8A44.4

Krabbe disease

8A44.Z

Leukodystrophies, unspecified

Frequently Asked Questions
What is the ICD-11 code for leukodystrophies?

The ICD-11 code for leukodystrophies is 8A44. The full clinical description is "Leukodystrophies".

What does ICD-11 code 8A44 mean?

ICD-11 code 8A44 represents “Leukodystrophies”. It is classified under Chapter 8: Diseases of the Nervous System.

What chapter is 8A44 in?

8A44 is in Chapter 8: Diseases of the Nervous System (codes 8A00-8E7Z).

What is the ICD-10 equivalent of ICD-11 code 8A44?

There is no direct ICD-10 mapping available for 8A44 in the WHO crosswalk tables. This may mean the concept is classified differently in ICD-10. Use the ICD-11 to ICD-10 converter to search for related codes.

What is the difference between ICD-10 and ICD-11?

ICD-11 is the latest revision of the WHO's International Classification of Diseases, succeeding ICD-10. Key differences include: a fully digital-first design, new chapters for sleep-wake disorders, sexual health, and traditional medicine, improved coding for rare diseases, and better integration with electronic health records through extension codes.

What are the subcategories under 8A44?

8A44 has 6 child codes, including: 8A44.0 (Pelizaeus-Merzbacher disease), 8A44.1 (Adrenoleukodystrophy), 8A44.2 (Alexander disease), 8A44.3 (Certain specified leukodystrophies), and 2 more.

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