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ICD-11 code : 1B73;

Preferred Label : Ecthyma;

ICD-11 definition : Ecthyma is a superficial ulcerative bacterial pyoderma. It is characterized by small, purulent, shallow, punched-out ulcers with thick, brown-black crusts and surrounding erythema. The commonest form is caused by beta-haemolytic streptococci, often in association with Staphylococcus aureus. It is associated with poor hygiene and malnutrition. Ecthyma gangrenosum is an uncommon severe variant caused by Pseudomonas aeruginosa.;

ICD-11 "other" category code : 1B73.Y;

ICD-11 "unspecified" category code : 1B73.Z;

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Ecthyma is a superficial ulcerative bacterial pyoderma. It is characterized by small, purulent, shallow, punched-out ulcers with thick, brown-black crusts and surrounding erythema. The commonest form is caused by beta-haemolytic streptococci, often in association with Staphylococcus aureus. It is associated with poor hygiene and malnutrition. Ecthyma gangrenosum is an uncommon severe variant caused by Pseudomonas aeruginosa.

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07/07/2025


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