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
|
Postmenopausal osteoporosis |
French
|
Ostéoporose post-ménopausique |
| Level | Code | Title | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | XIII | Diseases of the musculoskeletal system and connective tissue | |
| 2 | M80-M94 | Osteopathies and chondropathies | |
| 3 | M80-M85 | Disorders of bone density and structure | |
| 4 | M81 | Osteoporosis without pathological fracture | |
| 5 | M81.0 | Postmenopausal osteoporosis |
| Active Ingredient | Description | |
|---|---|---|
| Estradiol |
Estradiol, is chemically and biologically identical to endogenous human estradiol. It substitutes for the loss of oestrogen production in menopausal women, and alleviates menopausal symptoms. Oestrogens prevent bone loss following menopause or ovariectomy. |
