XIX: Injury, poisoning and certain other consequences of external causes
T51-T65: Toxic effects of substances chiefly nonmedicinal as to source
The toxic effects of substances chiefly nonmedicinal as to source refer to a group of conditions caused by exposure to harmful chemicals or substances not normally intended for ingestion or absorption into the body. These substances may include detergents, cleaning products, fuels, paints, plant toxins, and more. Exposure can occur through various means such as swallowing, breathing in fumes, or skin contact. Symptoms can vary widely depending on the substance and the amount of exposure but may include nausea, vomiting, headache, skin irritation, difficulty breathing, and changes in consciousness. These conditions can affect multiple body systems and may result in serious health issues if not appropriately addressed. Progression of the conditions depends on the nature of the substance involved and the promptness of decontamination or medical intervention.
Subcodes of T51-T65:
- T51: Toxic effect of alcohol
- T52: Toxic effect of organic solvents
- T53: Toxic effect of halogen derivatives of aliphatic and aromatic hydrocarbons
- T54: Toxic effect of corrosive substances
- T55: Toxic effect of soaps and detergents
- T56: Toxic effect of metals
- T57: Toxic effect of other inorganic substances
- T58: Toxic effect of carbon monoxide
- T59: Toxic effect of other gases, fumes and vapours
- T60: Toxic effect of pesticides
- T61: Toxic effect of noxious substances eaten as seafood
- T62: Toxic effect of other noxious substances eaten as food
- T63: Toxic effect of contact with venomous animals
- T64: Toxic effect of aflatoxin and other mycotoxin food contaminants
- T65: Toxic effect of other and unspecified substances
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