ICD-11 classes
13 Diseases of the digestive system
Diseases of small intestine
LB15 — Structural developmental anomalies of small intestine
LB15.4 — Congenital diverticulosis of small intestine
ICD-11 LB15.4 — Congenital diverticulosis of small intestine
This refers to a condition characterised by the presence of congenital multiple sack-like mucosal herniations called diverticula through weak points in the wall or lining of the small intestine. Most people with diverticulosis do not have any discomfort or symptoms. However, some people may experience pain or discomfort in the abdomen, bloating, and bleeding.
The diagnosis includes nothing.
The diagnosis excludes nothing.
It has no clarifying diagnoses.
The diagnosis is coded elsewhere: