DB36.1
Rectal abscess
Rectal abscess
Child Codes (3)
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the ICD-11 code for rectal abscess?
The ICD-11 code for rectal abscess is DB36.1. The full clinical description is "Rectal abscess".
What does ICD-11 code DB36.1 mean?
ICD-11 code DB36.1 represents “Rectal abscess”. It is classified under Chapter 13: Diseases of the Digestive System.
What chapter is DB36.1 in?
DB36.1 is in Chapter 13: Diseases of the Digestive System (codes DA00-DE2Z).
What is the ICD-10 equivalent of ICD-11 code DB36.1?
There is no direct ICD-10 mapping available for DB36.1 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 DB36.1?
DB36.1 has 3 child codes, including: DB36.10 (Perirectal abscess), DB36.11 (Ischiorectal abscess), DB36.12 (Rectal cellulitis).
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