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 |
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English | Polyarteritis nodosa and related conditions |
French | Pรฉriartรฉrite noueuse et affections apparentรฉes |
Level | Code | Title | |
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1 | XIII | Diseases of the musculoskeletal system and connective tissue | |
2 | M30-M36 | Systemic connective tissue disorders | |
3 | M30 | Polyarteritis nodosa and related conditions |
Active Ingredient | Description | |
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Azathioprine |
Azathioprine is a pro-drug of 6-mercaptopurine (6-MP). 6-MP is inactive but acts as a purine antagonist and requires cellular uptake and intracellular anabolism to thioguanine nucleotides (TGNs) for immunosuppression. The TGNs and other metabolites (e.g. 6-methyl-mecaptopurine ribonucleotides) inhibit de novo purine synthesis and purine nucleotide interconversions. |
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Immunoglobulins, normal human, IV |
Human normal immunoglobulin contains mainly immunoglobulin G (IgG) with a broad spectrum of antibodies against infectious agents. The mechanism of action in indications other than replacement therapy is not fully elucidated, but includes immunomodulatory effects. |
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Prednisolone |
Prednisolone is a glucocorticoid which has anti-inflammatory activity. Naturally occurring glucocorticoids (hydrocortisone and cortisone), which also have salt-retaining properties, are used as replacement therapy in adrenocortical deficiency states. Their synthetic analogs are primarily used for their potent anti-inflammatory effects in disorders of many organ systems. |