XIX: Injury, poisoning and certain other consequences of external causes
S80-S89: Injuries to the knee and lower leg
Injuries to the knee and lower leg encompass a range of conditions resulting from trauma or damage to soft tissues, bones, or joints in these areas. This group includes fractures, dislocations, ligament, meniscus tears, and other injuries that can occur due to blows, falls, awkward motions, or accidents involving sharp objects. Stark impacts during sporting activities or automobile incidents are typical causes for these injuries. Symptoms vary based on the specific injury but can include pain, swelling, redness, bruising, inability to move the leg or foot, visible deformities, and instability or difficulty walking. Some injuries might trigger immediate symptoms, while others may gradually intensify over time. Besides the musculoskeletal system, these injuries can also affect the skin and circulatory system, such as causing open wounds or affecting blood vessels. These conditions typically warrant immediate medical attention due the potential for more severe complications like infection or permanent tissue damage.
Subcodes of S80-S89:
- S80: Superficial injury of lower leg
- S81: Open wound of lower leg
- S82: Fracture of lower leg, including ankle
- S83: Dislocation, sprain and strain of joints and ligaments of knee
- S84: Injury of nerves at lower leg level
- S85: Injury of blood vessels at lower leg level
- S86: Injury of muscle and tendon at lower leg level
- S87: Crushing injury of lower leg
- S88: Traumatic amputation of lower leg
- S89: Other and unspecified injuries of lower leg
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