Dracunculiasis (B72)
ICD-10 code B72dracunculiasis, a parasitic disease caused by the worm Dracunculus medinensis. This condition is also commonly known as Guinea-worm ulcer.
Dracunculiasis refers to an infection by parasitic worms from the genus Dracunculus, including Dracunculus medinensis and Dracunculus insignis. The ICD-10 code B72 helps medical coders and healthcare providers precisely classify cases involving this parasitic infection. Recognizing terms like Guinea-worm ulcer or infection by Dracunculoidea as synonyms for this condition is essential for proper code assignment. The presence of these worms typically causes painful skin ulcers where the worm emerges, distinguishing it from other parasitic diseases. Using ICD-10 code B72 for dracunculiasis ensures detailed and accurate medical records and enhances data tracking for this specific parasitic illness.
Instructional Notations
Includes
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- guinea worm infection
- infection due to Dracunculus medinensis
Clinical Terms
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Dracunculiasis
Infection with nematodes of the genus Dracunculus. One or more worms may be seen at a time, with the legs and feet being the most commonly infected areas. Symptoms include pruritus, nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, or asthmatic attacks.
