Chronic mastoiditis, left ear
ICD-10 H70.12 is a billable code used to indicate a diagnosis of chronic mastoiditis, left ear.
Chronic mastoiditis is a persistent inflammatory condition affecting the mastoid process of the temporal bone, typically resulting from unresolved acute otitis media or recurrent ear infections. In chronic cases, the mastoid air cells become filled with fluid or infected material, leading to symptoms such as ear pain, drainage, and hearing loss. Patients may also experience systemic symptoms like fever and malaise. Diagnosis is confirmed through clinical evaluation, imaging studies such as CT scans, and audiometric testing to assess hearing loss. Management often involves antibiotic therapy, and in cases of significant bone destruction or complications, surgical intervention such as mastoidectomy may be necessary. Chronic mastoiditis can lead to serious complications, including hearing impairment and intracranial infections, making timely diagnosis and treatment crucial.
Detailed history of ear infections, treatment history, and results of imaging studies.
Patients presenting with recurrent ear infections, persistent ear drainage, or hearing loss.
Ensure documentation reflects the chronic nature of the condition and any surgical interventions performed.
Audiometric evaluations and reports detailing the extent of hearing loss.
Patients undergoing hearing assessments due to suspected mastoiditis-related hearing loss.
Document the relationship between mastoiditis and hearing impairment clearly.
Performed for chronic mastoiditis with complications.
Operative report detailing the procedure and indications.
Otolaryngology specialists must document the extent of disease and rationale for surgery.
Common symptoms include persistent ear pain, drainage from the ear, hearing loss, and sometimes fever or malaise.
Diagnosis is typically made through a combination of clinical evaluation, patient history, imaging studies, and audiometric testing.
Treatment may include antibiotics, and in severe cases, surgical intervention such as mastoidectomy may be necessary.
