K55-K64: Other diseases of intestines
K57: Diverticular disease of intestine
Diverticular disease of the intestine refers to conditions characterized by the development of small, bulging pouches (diverticula) within the digestive system's lining, predominantly in the lower part of the large intestine (colon). This disease tends to occur with aging, especially over the age of 40, and is often associated with a low-fiber diet. While many people with diverticula experience no symptoms, some may develop diverticulitis, an infection or inflammation of these pouches. Symptoms of diverticulitis include abdominal pain, fever, nausea, and changes in bowel movement patterns. The diverticula can also occasionally bleed, causing blood in the stool. The disease can progress over time, increasing the risk of complications such as abscesses, perforations, or blockages in the colon. As with other conditions affecting the digestive system, diverticular disease can impact a person's overall health and quality of life.
Subcodes of K57:
- K57.0: Diverticular disease of small intestine with perforation and abscess
- K57.1: Diverticular disease of small intestine without perforation or abscess
- K57.2: Diverticular disease of large intestine with perforation and abscess
- K57.3: Diverticular disease of large intestine without perforation or abscess
- K57.4: Diverticular disease of both small and large intestine with perforation and abscess
- K57.5: Diverticular disease of both small and large intestine without perforation or abscess
- K57.8: Diverticular disease of intestine, part unspecified, with perforation and abscess
- K57.9: Diverticular disease of intestine, part unspecified, without perforation or abscess
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