8A68
Types of seizures
Types of seizures
Child Codes (10)
8A68.0Focal unaware seizure
8A68.1Absence seizures, atypical
8A68.2Absence seizures, typical
8A68.3Focal aware seizure
8A68.4Generalised tonic-clonic seizure
8A68.5Generalised myoclonic seizure
8A68.6Generalised tonic seizure
8A68.7Generalised atonic seizure
8A68.YOther specified type of seizure
8A68.ZType of seizure, unspecified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the ICD-11 code for types of seizures?
The ICD-11 code for types of seizures is 8A68. The full clinical description is "Types of seizures".
What does ICD-11 code 8A68 mean?
ICD-11 code 8A68 represents “Types of seizures”. It is classified under Chapter 8: Diseases of the Nervous System.
What chapter is 8A68 in?
8A68 is in Chapter 8: Diseases of the Nervous System (codes 8A00-8E7Z).
What is the ICD-10 equivalent of ICD-11 code 8A68?
There is no direct ICD-10 mapping available for 8A68 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.
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