ICD-10 Specific code H70.1: Chronic mastoiditis

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
Flag for English language  English Chronic mastoiditis
Flag for French language  French Mastoรฏdite chronique

Hierarchical position

Level Code Title
1 VIII Codes for special purposes
2 H65-H75 Diseases of middle ear and mastoid
3 H70 Mastoiditis and related conditions
4 H70.1 Chronic mastoiditis

Indicated medicines

Active Ingredient Description
Erythromycin

Erythromycin exerts its antimicrobial action by binding to the 50S ribosomal sub-unit of susceptible microorganisms and suppresses protein synthesis. Erythromycin is bacteriostatic and bactericidal depending on its concentration and the type of organism.