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  5. Malignant neoplasm of other and unspecified female genital organs (C57)

Malignant neoplasm of other and unspecified female genital organs (C57)

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ICD-10 code C57 covers malignant neoplasms affecting various less common or unspecified female genital organs, including the fallopian tubes, broad and round ligaments, parametrium, and uterine adnexa. These codes identify primary cancers in these specific reproductive areas.

This group includes precise codes like C57.00 for malignant neoplasm of the unspecified fallopian tube and C57.01 or C57.02 specifying right or left fallopian tube cancers, often referenced as primary adenocarcinoma of the fallopian tube. Similarly, codes such as C57.10 and C57.20 identify malignancies of the broad and round ligaments, respectively. Malignant neoplasm of the parametrium (C57.3) and uterine adnexa (C57.4) also fall under this section, with several synonymous terms indicating various carcinoma types or primary malignancies of these sites. The codes assist healthcare providers and coders in reporting and classifying primary cancers not involving the more common female genital organs like the cervix or ovary, enabling detailed documentation of malignancies like carcinoma of genitourinary organs or overlapping sites. This specificity aids in accurate diagnosis and treatment planning.

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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.

Broad Ligament

A broad fold of peritoneum that extends from the side of the uterus to the wall of the pelvis.

Internal Hernia

A protrusion of an internal abdominal organ through a hole in an anatomical structure such as a muscle or a membrane. For instance, in paraduodenal hernia the SMALL INTESTINE herniates through an opening in the MESENTERIES. It includes intra-abdominal and diaphragmatic hernias. In abdominal hernia a protrusion occurs through a weak spot in the muscle of the ABDOMINAL WALL.