Anoxic brain damage, not elsewhere classified
ICD-10 G93.1 is a billable code used to indicate a diagnosis of anoxic brain damage, not elsewhere classified.
Anoxic brain damage refers to injury to the brain caused by a lack of oxygen, which can occur due to various factors such as cardiac arrest, drowning, or severe respiratory failure. This condition can lead to a range of neurological deficits, including cognitive impairment, motor dysfunction, and sensory disturbances. Patients may experience pain syndromes, such as neuropathic pain, due to nerve damage. Autonomic disorders may also arise, affecting heart rate, blood pressure, and temperature regulation. Hydrocephalus, characterized by an accumulation of cerebrospinal fluid, can develop as a secondary complication, leading to increased intracranial pressure and further neurological decline. Other nervous system disorders may include seizures, spasticity, and changes in consciousness. The clinical presentation can vary widely depending on the duration and severity of the anoxic event, making diagnosis and management complex.
Detailed neurological examination findings, imaging results, and treatment plans.
Patients presenting with altered mental status, seizures, or motor deficits following an anoxic event.
Ensure documentation reflects the extent of brain damage and any associated complications.
Immediate assessment findings, interventions performed, and patient response.
Patients arriving post-cardiac arrest or near-drowning incidents.
Document the timeline of events leading to anoxia and any resuscitation efforts.
Used for patients admitted with anoxic brain damage requiring extensive evaluation.
Comprehensive history, examination, and medical decision-making.
Neurology specialists should ensure detailed documentation of neurological assessments.
Anoxic brain damage is primarily caused by a lack of oxygen to the brain, which can occur due to various events such as cardiac arrest, drowning, or severe respiratory failure.
Diagnosis is based on clinical history, neurological examination, imaging studies, and the exclusion of other potential causes of brain injury.
Common complications include cognitive impairment, motor dysfunction, seizures, autonomic disorders, and hydrocephalus.
