Z28: Immunization not carried out
Z28.1: Immunization not carried out because of patient's decision for reasons of belief or group pressure
Immunization not being carried out because of a patient's decision for reasons of belief or group pressure is a scenario captured by the medical community when a vaccine, which is intended to offer protection against particular diseases, is intentionally declined. These decisions could stem from personal, religious, or philosophical beliefs, or even due to social or group influences. This does not indicate a health condition or sickness in the patient; rather, it is a documentation of a health-related choice made by the patient. Potential consequences vary widely because they are dependent on multiple factors, including the specific disease that the immunization is intended to prevent, the patient's overall health, and their subsequent exposure to the disease.
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