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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Purulent endophthalmitis |
French
|
Endophtalmie purulente |
| Level | Code | Title | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | VII | Diseases of the eye and adnexa | |
| 2 | H43-H45 | Disorders of vitreous body and globe | |
| 3 | H44 | Disorders of globe | |
| 4 | H44.0 | Purulent endophthalmitis |
| Active Ingredient | Description | |
|---|---|---|
| Boric acid |
Boric Acid is a weakly acidic hydrate of boric oxide with mild antiseptic, antifungal, and antiviral properties. The exact mechanism of action of boric acid is unknown; generally cytotoxic to all cells. It is used in the treatment of yeast infections and cold sores. |
|
| Minocycline |
Minocycline is a semi-synthetic derivative of tetracycline. Minocycline inhibits protein synthesis in susceptible bacteria. In common with other tetracyclines it is primarily bacteriostatic and has a similar spectrum of activity to other tetracyclines. |
