ICD-10 Specific code H68: Eustachian salpingitis and obstruction

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 Eustachian salpingitis and obstruction
Flag for French language  French Salpingite et obstruction de la trompe d'Eustache

Hierarchical position

Level Code Title
1 VIII Codes for special purposes
2 H65-H75 Diseases of middle ear and mastoid
3 H68 Eustachian salpingitis and obstruction

Contents

Code Title
H68.0 Eustachian salpingitis
H68.1 Obstruction of Eustachian tube

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.
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