BD50
Aortic aneurysm or dissection
Aortic aneurysm or dissection
Child Codes (7)
BD50.0Thoracic aortic dissection, ascending aorta dissection and propagation beyond arch
BD50.1Ascending aorta dissection not beyond arch
BD50.2Descending aorta dissection and distal propagation
BD50.3Thoracic aortic aneurysm
BD50.4Abdominal aortic aneurysm
BD50.5Thoracoabdominal aortic aneurysm
BD50.ZAortic aneurysm or dissection, unspecified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the ICD-11 code for aortic aneurysm or dissection?
The ICD-11 code for aortic aneurysm or dissection is BD50. The full clinical description is "Aortic aneurysm or dissection".
What does ICD-11 code BD50 mean?
ICD-11 code BD50 represents “Aortic aneurysm or dissection”. It is classified under Chapter 11: Diseases of the Circulatory System.
What chapter is BD50 in?
BD50 is in Chapter 11: Diseases of the Circulatory System (codes BA00-BE2Z).
What is the ICD-10 equivalent of ICD-11 code BD50?
There is no direct ICD-10 mapping available for BD50 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 BD50?
BD50 has 7 child codes, including: BD50.0 (Thoracic aortic dissection, ascending aorta dissection and propagation beyond arch), BD50.1 (Ascending aorta dissection not beyond arch), BD50.2 (Descending aorta dissection and distal propagation), BD50.3 (Thoracic aortic aneurysm), and 3 more.
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