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.
| Language | Translation |
|---|---|
English
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Cerebral oedema |
French
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Oedème cérébral |
| Level | Code | Title | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | VI | Diseases of the nervous system | |
| 2 | G90-G99 | Other disorders of the nervous system | |
| 3 | G93 | Other disorders of brain | |
| 4 | G93.6 | Cerebral oedema |
| Active Ingredient | Description | |
|---|---|---|
| Dexamethasone |
Dexamethasone is a synthetic glucocorticoid; it combines high anti-inflammatory effects with low mineralocorticoid activity. It has an approximately 7 times greater anti-inflammatory potency than prednisolone, another commonly prescribed corticosteroid. At high doses it reduces the immune response. |
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| Glucose |
Glucose is frequently used in both adults and children to restore blood glucose concentrations in the treatment of hypoglycaemia resulting from insulin excess or from other causes. The metabolism of glucose is an energy source for the body. |
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| Hydrochlorothiazide and Triamterene |
The triamterene and hydrochlorothiazide combination is a diuretic/antihypertensive drug product that combines natriuretic and antikaliuretic effects. Each component complements the action of the other. |
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| Mannitol |
Mannitol is a naturally occurring sugar alcohol used clinically primarily for its osmotic diuretic properties. |
