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Interstitial emphysema and related conditions originating in the perinatal period (P25)

The ICD-10 code section P25 covers various types of interstitial emphysema and related respiratory conditions that begin in the perinatal period, which is around the time of birth. These codes are used to document specific lung and air leak disorders affecting newborns shortly after delivery.

This section includes codes like P25.0 for interstitial emphysema, sometimes known as congenital lobar emphysema or bronchial atresia with segmental pulmonary emphysema; P25.1 for pneumothorax, also called spontaneous or neonatal pulmonary air leak; and P25.2 for pneumomediastinum, which refers to air leaking into the mediastinal space around the lungs. Additionally, P25.3 describes pneumopericardium originating in the perinatal period, a rare air leak into the pericardial sac. The code P25.8 captures other related emphysema types such as obstructive or paraseptal emphysema affecting newborn lungs. Using these specific codes helps healthcare providers accurately identify conditions like subcutaneous emphysema, neonatal pulmonary air leaks, and congenital emphysema for improved diagnosis and treatment documentation. This makes the ICD-10 code for interstitial emphysema and related neonatal respiratory conditions essential for coding perinatal respiratory complications.

Clinical Terms

The following clinical terms provide additional context, helping users better understand the clinical background and common associations for each diagnosis listed in this section. Including related terms alongside ICD-10-CM codes supports coders, billers, and healthcare professionals in improving accuracy, enhancing documentation, and facilitating research or patient education.

Mediastinal Emphysema

Presence of air in the mediastinal tissues due to leakage of air from the tracheobronchial tree, usually as a result of trauma.

Pericardium

A conical fibro-serous sac surrounding the HEART and the roots of the great vessels (AORTA; VENAE CAVAE; PULMONARY ARTERY). Pericardium consists of two sacs: the outer fibrous pericardium and the inner serous pericardium. The latter consists of an outer parietal layer facing the fibrous pericardium, and an inner visceral layer (epicardium) resting next to the heart, and a pericardial cavity between these two layers.

Pleural Cavity

Paired but separate cavity within the THORACIC CAVITY. It consists of the space between the parietal and visceral PLEURA and normally contains a capillary layer of serous fluid that lubricates the pleural surfaces.

Pneumopericardium

Presence of air or gas in the space between the heart and the PERICARDIUM. The degree of respiratory distress depends on the amount of trapped air and circulation blocked in the systemic and pulmonary veins.

Pneumothorax

An accumulation of air or gas in the PLEURAL CAVITY, which may occur spontaneously or as a result of trauma or a pathological process. The gas may also be introduced deliberately during PNEUMOTHORAX, ARTIFICIAL.

Pneumothorax, Artificial

Injection of air or a more slowly absorbed gas such as nitrogen, into the PLEURAL CAVITY to collapse the lung.

Pulmonary Emphysema

Enlargement of air spaces distal to the TERMINAL BRONCHIOLES where gas-exchange normally takes place. This is usually due to destruction of the alveolar wall. Pulmonary emphysema can be classified by the location and distribution of the lesions.

Subcutaneous Emphysema

Presence of air or gas in the subcutaneous tissues of the body.