ICD-10 Specific code K23: Disorders of oesophagus in diseases classified elsewhere
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 |
|---|---|
English
|
Disorders of oesophagus in diseases classified elsewhere |
French
|
Atteintes de l'oesophage au cours de maladies classées ailleurs |
Hierarchical position
| Level | Code | Title | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | XI | Diseases of the digestive system | |
| 2 | K20-K31 | Diseases of oesophagus, stomach and duodenum | |
| 3 | K23 | Disorders of oesophagus in diseases classified elsewhere |
Contents
| Code | Title | |
|---|---|---|
| K23.0 | Tuberculous oesophagitis | |
| K23.1 | Megaoesophagus in Chagas' disease | |
| K23.8 | Disorders of oesophagus in other diseases classified elsewhere |