Dressler's syndrome
ICD-10 I24.1 is a billable code used to indicate a diagnosis of dressler's syndrome.
Dressler's syndrome, also known as post-myocardial infarction syndrome, is an autoimmune response that occurs after myocardial infarction (heart attack) or cardiac surgery. It is characterized by the development of pericarditis, which is inflammation of the pericardium, the fibrous sac surrounding the heart. Clinically, patients may present with chest pain, fever, and a pericardial friction rub upon auscultation. The pathophysiology involves the immune system's reaction to myocardial antigens released during tissue damage, leading to inflammation. The disease progression typically occurs weeks to months after the initial cardiac event, although it can manifest as early as a few days post-infarction. Diagnostic considerations include a thorough clinical evaluation, imaging studies such as echocardiography to assess pericardial effusion, and laboratory tests to rule out other causes of chest pain. Treatment often involves anti-inflammatory medications, such as nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) or corticosteroids, to manage symptoms and reduce inflammation.
Standard ICD-10-CM documentation requirements apply
Various clinical presentations within this specialty area
Follow specialty-specific billing guidelines
Standard ICD-10-CM documentation requirements apply
Various clinical presentations within this specialty area
Follow specialty-specific billing guidelines
I24.1 specifically covers Dressler's syndrome, which is an autoimmune pericarditis occurring after myocardial infarction or cardiac surgery. It is characterized by symptoms such as chest pain, fever, and pericardial effusion.
I24.1 should be used when the patient presents with pericarditis that is specifically attributed to an autoimmune response following a myocardial infarction or cardiac surgery, differentiating it from other causes of pericarditis.
Documentation should include a clear history of myocardial infarction or cardiac surgery, clinical symptoms consistent with Dressler's syndrome, results from imaging studies showing pericardial effusion, and any laboratory findings that support the diagnosis.
