Fetus or newborn affected by breech delivery or extraction - CISMeF
Fetus or newborn affected by breech delivery or extractionICD-11 Subcategory
ICD-11 code : KA05.0;
Preferred Label : Fetus or newborn affected by breech delivery or extraction;
ICD-11 definition : Breech presentation refers to a fetus that is lying with its bottom downwards. There
are three different types of breech presentation: breech with extended legs (frank),
fully flexed legs (complete), or footling (incomplete) with one or both thighs extended.
Breech presentation is associated with an increased risk of intrapartum trauma or
asphyxia, and caesarean section is a common mode of delivery to reduce birth-related
complications.;
ICD-11 synonym : breech extraction affecting fetus or newborn; fetus or newborn affected by breech delivery and extraction; fetus or neonate affected by breech delivery and extraction; breech extraction affecting fetus; fetus affected by breech delivery;
Breech presentation refers to a fetus that is lying with its bottom downwards. There
are three different types of breech presentation: breech with extended legs (frank),
fully flexed legs (complete), or footling (incomplete) with one or both thighs extended.
Breech presentation is associated with an increased risk of intrapartum trauma or
asphyxia, and caesarean section is a common mode of delivery to reduce birth-related
complications.