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KB05

Neonatal hydrocephalus

Neonatal hydrocephalus

Classification

ICD-11

Parent Code

BlockL1-KB0

Child Codes

3

WHO Foundation

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Child Codes (3)

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

The ICD-11 code for neonatal hydrocephalus is KB05. The full clinical description is "Neonatal hydrocephalus".

What does ICD-11 code KB05 mean?

ICD-11 code KB05 represents “Neonatal hydrocephalus”. It is classified under Chapter 19: Certain Conditions Originating in the Perinatal Period.

What chapter is KB05 in?

KB05 is in Chapter 19: Certain Conditions Originating in the Perinatal Period (codes KA00-KD5Z).

What is the ICD-10 equivalent of ICD-11 code KB05?

There is no direct ICD-10 mapping available for KB05 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 KB05?

KB05 has 3 child codes, including: KB05.0 (Neonatal obstructive hydrocephalus), KB05.Y (Other specified neonatal hydrocephalus), KB05.Z (Neonatal hydrocephalus, unspecified).

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