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
|
Orchitis, epididymitis and epididymo-orchitis with abscess |
French
|
Orchite, épididymite et épididymo-orchite, avec abcès |
| Level | Code | Title | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | XIV | Diseases of the genitourinary system | |
| 2 | N40-N51 | Diseases of male genital organs | |
| 3 | N45 | Orchitis and epididymitis | |
| 4 | N45.0 | Orchitis, epididymitis and epididymo-orchitis with abscess |
| Active Ingredient | Description | |
|---|---|---|
| Gentamicin |
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. |
