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What is ICD 10 Code ?
ICD 10 is an international classification of diseases, it is developed by WHO and is a globally used diagnostic tool for epidemiology, health management and clinical purposes.
ICD 10 is an alphanumeric code for the diagnosed disease, it is a common language for recording, reporting and monitoring diseases across the globe.
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What is the ICD 10 Code For Lower Extremity Edema ?
ICD 10 Code For Lower Extremity Edema is R60.0. This code is used to diagnose ICD 10 Code For Lower Extremity Edema related diseases. You can check all inclusion and exclusion to confirm the code.
Lower Extremity Edema
This swelling (edema) is the result of excess fluid in your tissues — often caused by congestive heart failure or blockage in a leg vein. Signs of edema include: Swelling or puffiness of the tissue directly under your skin, especially in your legs or arms. Stretched or shiny skin.
Causes of Lower Extremity Edema
- Acute kidney failure.
- Cardiomyopathy (problem with the heart muscle)
- Chemotherapy.
- Chronic kidney disease.
- Cirrhosis (scarring of the liver)
- Deep vein thrombosis (DVT)
- Heart failure.
- Hormone therapy.
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