ICD-10 Specific code P20: Intrauterine hypoxia

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 Intrauterine hypoxia

Hierarchical position

Level Code Title
1 XVI Certain conditions originating in the perinatal period
2 P20-P29 Respiratory and cardiovascular disorders specific to the perinatal period
3 P20 Intrauterine hypoxia

Contents

Code Title
P20.0 Intrauterine hypoxia first noted before onset of labour
P20.1 Intrauterine hypoxia first noted during labour and delivery
P20.9 Intrauterine hypoxia, unspecified

Also includes

  • Abnormal fetal heart rate
  • Fetal or intrauterine:
    • Acidosis
    • Anoxia
    • Asphyxia
    • Distress
    • Hypoxia
  • Meconium in liquor
  • Passage of meconium

Does not include

  • Intracranial haemorrhage due to anoxia or hypoxia (P52)
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