PB02
Unintentional threat to breathing by strangulation
Unintentional threat to breathing by strangulation
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the ICD-11 code for unintentional threat to breathing by strangulation?
The ICD-11 code for unintentional threat to breathing by strangulation is PB02. The full clinical description is "Unintentional threat to breathing by strangulation".
What does ICD-11 code PB02 mean?
ICD-11 code PB02 represents “Unintentional threat to breathing by strangulation”. It is classified under Chapter 23: External Causes of Morbidity or Mortality.
What chapter is PB02 in?
PB02 is in Chapter 23: External Causes of Morbidity or Mortality (codes PA00-PL2Z).
What is the ICD-10 equivalent of ICD-11 code PB02?
There is no direct ICD-10 mapping available for PB02 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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