Other specified abdominal hernia with gangrene
ICD-10 K45.1 is a billable code used to indicate a diagnosis of other specified abdominal hernia with gangrene.
K45.1 refers to 'Other specified abdominal hernia with gangrene,' a serious condition characterized by the protrusion of abdominal contents through a defect in the abdominal wall, accompanied by necrosis of the tissue due to compromised blood supply. The clinical presentation may include severe abdominal pain, signs of infection, and systemic symptoms such as fever and tachycardia. The anatomy involved typically includes the abdominal wall and the herniated organ, which may be bowel or omentum. Disease progression can lead to strangulation, where the blood supply to the herniated tissue is cut off, resulting in gangrene. Diagnostic considerations include physical examination, imaging studies such as ultrasound or CT scans, and laboratory tests to assess for infection or metabolic derangements. Prompt diagnosis and intervention are crucial to prevent severe complications, including sepsis and death.
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
K45.1 covers abdominal hernias that are specified as having gangrene, which may include strangulated hernias where blood supply is compromised, leading to tissue necrosis.
K45.1 should be used when there is clear documentation of gangrene associated with an abdominal hernia, differentiating it from other hernia codes that do not specify complications.
Documentation should include clinical findings of gangrene, imaging results confirming the hernia and its complications, and treatment plans that reflect the urgency of the condition.
