ICD-11 code : DC81;
Preferred Label : Diverticulosis of large intestine;
ICD-11 definition : The name diverticulosis is used merely to indicate the presence of multiple diverticula
in the large intestine, with or without the accompanying muscle abnormalities found
in classical diverticular disease. The condition of having multiple pouches (diverticula)
is called diverticulosis. Most people with diverticulosis do not have any discomfort
or symptoms. However, some people may experience crampy pain or discomfort in the
lower abdomen, bloating, and constipation.;
ICD-11 synonym : diverticulosis of colon;
ICD-11 "unspecified" category code : DC81.Z;
Origin ID : 1642684637;
Automatic exact mappings (from CISMeF team)
ICD-10 Mapping
The name diverticulosis is used merely to indicate the presence of multiple diverticula
in the large intestine, with or without the accompanying muscle abnormalities found
in classical diverticular disease. The condition of having multiple pouches (diverticula)
is called diverticulosis. Most people with diverticulosis do not have any discomfort
or symptoms. However, some people may experience crampy pain or discomfort in the
lower abdomen, bloating, and constipation.