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PL11.20

Air embolism, as mode of injury

Air embolism, as mode of injury

Classification

ICD-11

Parent Code

PL11.2

WHO Foundation

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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the ICD-11 code for air embolism, as mode of injury?

The ICD-11 code for air embolism, as mode of injury is PL11.20. The full clinical description is "Air embolism, as mode of injury".

What does ICD-11 code PL11.20 mean?

ICD-11 code PL11.20 represents “Air embolism, as mode of injury”. It is classified under Chapter 23: External Causes of Morbidity or Mortality.

What chapter is PL11.20 in?

PL11.20 is in Chapter 23: External Causes of Morbidity or Mortality (codes PA00-PL2Z).

What is the ICD-10 equivalent of ICD-11 code PL11.20?

There is no direct ICD-10 mapping available for PL11.20 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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