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8A62

Epileptic encephalopathies

Epileptic encephalopathies

Classification

ICD-11

Parent Code

BlockL1-8A6

Child Codes

5

WHO Foundation

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Child Codes (5)

8A62.0

Infantile spasms

8A62.1

Lennox-Gastaut syndrome

8A62.2

Acquired epileptic aphasia

8A62.Y

Other specified epileptic encephalopathies

8A62.Z

Epileptic encephalopathies, unspecified

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

The ICD-11 code for epileptic encephalopathies is 8A62. The full clinical description is "Epileptic encephalopathies".

What does ICD-11 code 8A62 mean?

ICD-11 code 8A62 represents “Epileptic encephalopathies”. It is classified under Chapter 8: Diseases of the Nervous System.

What chapter is 8A62 in?

8A62 is in Chapter 8: Diseases of the Nervous System (codes 8A00-8E7Z).

What is the ICD-10 equivalent of ICD-11 code 8A62?

There is no direct ICD-10 mapping available for 8A62 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 8A62?

8A62 has 5 child codes, including: 8A62.0 (Infantile spasms), 8A62.1 (Lennox-Gastaut syndrome), 8A62.2 (Acquired epileptic aphasia), 8A62.Y (Other specified epileptic encephalopathies), and 1 more.

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