S24: Injury of nerves and spinal cord at thorax level

S24.1: Other and unspecified injuries of thoracic spinal cord

The ICD-10 code S24.1 corresponds to 'Other and unspecified injuries of thoracic spinal cord.' This code encompasses conditions that involve damage to the spinal cord in the thoracic (middle) region of the spine. These injuries can occur due to a variety of reasons such as severe trauma from accidents, falls, sports or other violent impacts. Symptoms can widely range depending on the extent and precise location of the injury. Some common symptoms include pain, weakness or numbness in the chest, abdomen, or lower extremities. There may also be disruption to normal bowel and bladder functions. The injury can cause swelling, inflammation, or even complete severing of the spinal cord. The degree of symptoms and long-term prognosis largely depend on the severity of the injury with more serious injuries often leading to permanent changes in strength, sensation, and other body functions below the site of injury.