W85-W99: Exposure to electric current, radiation and extreme ambient air temperature and pressure
W86: Exposure to other specified electric current
Exposure to other specified electric current, as identified in the ICD-10 code W86, refers to a group of medical conditions that are induced by unexpected contact with nonstandard electric currents. The transmission of these conditions is strictly due to external causes, typically accidental in nature, and not communicable between individuals. Common symptoms following such an exposure can range from minor superficial burns to more severe impacts such as cardiac arrhythmias, muscle, nerve, or tissue damage, unconsciousness, or even fatal electrocution, depending on the intensity and duration of the contact. The progression of these conditions can vary greatly, affecting multiple body systems in different ways. For example, the skin may show signs of burns, whereas the cardiovascular system may undergo stress, disrupting its regular rhythm. The nervous system also may suffer impairments due to potential damage to nerves.
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