ICD-10 Specific code G06.2: Extradural and subdural abscess, unspecified
Specific codes in ICD-10 are unique alphanumeric designations used to identify and categorize diseases, disorders, and conditions. They consist of 3-5 characters, including both letters and numbers, that provide a high level of detail and specificity.
Translations
| Language | Translation |
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English
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Extradural and subdural abscess, unspecified |
French
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Abcès extra-dural et sous-dural, sans précision |
Hierarchical position
| Level | Code | Title | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | VI | Diseases of the nervous system | |
| 2 | G00-G09 | Inflammatory diseases of the central nervous system | |
| 3 | G06 | Intracranial and intraspinal abscess and granuloma | |
| 4 | G06.2 | Extradural and subdural abscess, unspecified |
Indicated medicines
| Active Ingredient |
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Gentamicin is usually bactericidal in action. Although the exact mechanism of action has not been fully elucidated, the drug appears to inhibit protein synthesis in susceptible bacteria by irreversibly binding to 30S ribosomal subunits. |