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ICD-11 code : MD11.8;

Preferred Label : Mouth breathing;

ICD-11 definition : Breathing through mouth. Nasal obstruction may also necessitate mouth breathing, which itself can precipitate obstructive apnea. Breathing through the mouth may also increase risk for OSA by its effect on the tongue. The tongue forms the anterior wall of the oropharynx; both the supine posture and opening of the mouth tend to displace it posteriorly and encourage airway closure.;

ICD-11 synonym : breathing orally; mouth respiration;

ICD-11 "other" category code : MD11.8Y;

ICD-11 "unspecified" category code : MD11.8Z;

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Breathing through mouth. Nasal obstruction may also necessitate mouth breathing, which itself can precipitate obstructive apnea. Breathing through the mouth may also increase risk for OSA by its effect on the tongue. The tongue forms the anterior wall of the oropharynx; both the supine posture and opening of the mouth tend to displace it posteriorly and encourage airway closure.

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28/07/2025


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