Bilateral femoral hernia, with gangrene, not specified as recurrent
ICD-10 K41.10 is a billable code used to indicate a diagnosis of bilateral femoral hernia, with gangrene, not specified as recurrent.
A bilateral femoral hernia occurs when tissue, such as part of the intestine, protrudes through a weak spot in the femoral canal, which is located just below the inguinal ligament. In cases where the hernia is accompanied by gangrene, it indicates that the blood supply to the herniated tissue has been compromised, leading to tissue necrosis. Clinically, patients may present with severe abdominal pain, swelling in the groin area, nausea, and vomiting. The anatomy involved includes the femoral canal, which houses the femoral vein, artery, and nerve, making it a critical area for vascular and nerve function. Disease progression can lead to incarceration, where the hernia becomes trapped, and strangulation, where blood supply is cut off, necessitating urgent surgical intervention. Diagnostic considerations include physical examination, imaging studies such as ultrasound or CT scans, and laboratory tests to assess for signs of infection or systemic illness. Prompt diagnosis and treatment are crucial to prevent complications associated with gangrene.
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
K41.10 covers bilateral femoral hernias that are not specified as recurrent and are accompanied by gangrene. This includes cases where the herniated tissue has lost its blood supply, leading to necrosis.
K41.10 should be used when there is a confirmed diagnosis of a bilateral femoral hernia with gangrene. It is important to differentiate it from K41.00, which does not specify gangrene, and K41.90, which is for unspecified hernias.
Documentation should include a detailed clinical examination, imaging studies confirming the presence of a bilateral femoral hernia, and evidence of gangrene, such as clinical signs of necrosis or vascular compromise.
