PK9C.31
Mechanical complication of permanent sutures
Mechanical complication of permanent sutures
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the ICD-11 code for mechanical complication of permanent sutures?
The ICD-11 code for mechanical complication of permanent sutures is PK9C.31. The full clinical description is "Mechanical complication of permanent sutures".
What does ICD-11 code PK9C.31 mean?
ICD-11 code PK9C.31 represents “Mechanical complication of permanent sutures”. It is classified under Chapter 23: External Causes of Morbidity or Mortality.
What chapter is PK9C.31 in?
PK9C.31 is in Chapter 23: External Causes of Morbidity or Mortality (codes PA00-PL2Z).
What is the ICD-10 equivalent of ICD-11 code PK9C.31?
There is no direct ICD-10 mapping available for PK9C.31 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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