M40-M43: Deforming dorsopathies
M43: Other deforming dorsopathies
The group of conditions known as other deforming dorsopathies generally pertains to disorders that cause deformities or abnormalities in the spinal region, which includes your neck to lower back. These conditions may result from various factors such as genetic abnormalities, trauma, infections, tumors, or degenerative processes. Common symptoms often include discomfort, pain, stiffness, or limited movement in the affected spinal area. Depending on the specific disorder, the symptoms might develop gradually over time or can suddenly appear. Progression of these conditions can also vary widely; some may remain stable while others worsen over time. These dorsopathies mainly affect the musculoskeletal system, specifically the spine, and can also impact the nervous system, depending on the severity and location of the spinal deformity.
Subcodes of M43:
- M43.0: Spondylolysis
- M43.1: Spondylolisthesis
- M43.2: Other fusion of spine
- M43.3: Recurrent atlantoaxial subluxation with myelopathy
- M43.4: Other recurrent atlantoaxial subluxation
- M43.5: Other recurrent vertebral subluxation
- M43.6: Torticollis
- M43.8: Other specified deforming dorsopathies
- M43.9: Deforming dorsopathy, unspecified
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