PL11.1

Burn arising during procedure, as mode of injury or harm

Queimadura que surge durante o procedimento como modo de lesão ou dano

Definition

Damage to tissues resulting from heat, electricity or fire. Heat can be intended but excessive. For example, if a warming blanket malfunctions. Electrical burns occur when equipment malfunctions or it is used inappropriately. Fire can occur when combustible material ignites.

Coding Note

Code first the injury or harm associated with the procedure or intervention. Code also the cause of harm which identifies the procedure or intervention.

Exclusions

Burn from ionising radiation

Index Terms

Burn arising during procedure, as mode of injury or harmburn complicating procedureaccidental burn during medical or surgical careaccidental burn during interventionscald during medical or surgical carescald during medical or surgical procedurescorching during medical or surgical careburn during radiation therapy

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