T79-T79: Certain early complications of trauma
T79: Certain early complications of trauma, not elsewhere classified
Certain early complications of trauma refer to a group of conditions that arise shortly after a person has experienced a traumatic event, which could be anything from a car accident to a severe fall. These conditions are not classified elsewhere and can vary greatly in their specifics. That being said, they usually share some general characteristics. For example, they often result from a physical injury that causes damage to the body's tissues, organs, or systems. This can lead to symptoms such as severe pain, bleeding, difficult or rapid breathing, decreased consciousness, and more. The progression of these conditions depends on the nature and severity of the trauma, as well as the individual's overall health. In some cases, complications can develop quickly and become life-threatening if not addressed promptly. The body systems affected by these traumatic complications are typically those involved in the initial trauma. However, other systems can also be affected due to the body's overall response to stress and injury.
Subcodes of T79:
- T79.0: Air embolism (traumatic)
- T79.1: Fat embolism (traumatic)
- T79.2: Traumatic secondary and recurrent haemorrhage
- T79.3: Post-traumatic wound infection, not elsewhere classified
- T79.4: Traumatic shock
- T79.5: Traumatic anuria
- T79.6: Traumatic ischaemia of muscle
- T79.7: Traumatic subcutaneous emphysema
- T79.8: Other early complications of trauma
- T79.9: Unspecified early complication of trauma
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