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ICD-11 code : 1A03.1;

Preferred Label : Enterotoxigenic Escherichia coli infection;

ICD-11 definition : A condition of the gastrointestinal system, caused by an infection with the gram-negative bacteria Escherichia coli. This condition is characterized by acute, watery diarrhoea due to toxins released from the bacteria. Transmission is by the faecal-oral route from ingestion of contaminated food, water, or fomites. Confirmation is by identification of the Escherichia coli in faecal sample.;

ICD-11 synonym : ETEC - [Enterotoxigenic Escherichia coli] infection; ETEC infection; enterotoxic escherichia coli infection;

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A condition of the gastrointestinal system, caused by an infection with the gram-negative bacteria Escherichia coli. This condition is characterized by acute, watery diarrhoea due to toxins released from the bacteria. Transmission is by the faecal-oral route from ingestion of contaminated food, water, or fomites. Confirmation is by identification of the Escherichia coli in faecal sample.

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25/05/2025


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