Q74.3: Arthrogryposis multiplex congenita
You have a congenital stiffening of multiple joints.
Muscles and joints develop during the time in the womb. It is important for their development for the child to move. If the child does not move enough during this time, joints can stiffen. There are various reasons that may lead to insufficient movement. These include certain maternal or child illnesses like muscle or nerve disorders. Lack of space can also be a cause, for example if there is not enough amniotic fluid.
If joints are stiff, then they are unable to move as much or at all. The symptoms depend on how many joints are affected and how severe the stiffness is.
Additional indicator
On medical documents, the ICD code is often appended by letters that indicate the diagnostic certainty or the affected side of the body.
- G: Confirmed diagnosis
- V: Tentative diagnosis
- Z: Condition after
- A: Excluded diagnosis
- L: Left
- R: Right
- B: Both sides
Further information
Note
This information is not intended for self-diagnosis and does not replace professional medical advice from a doctor. If you find an ICD code on a personal medical document, please also note the additional indicator used for diagnostic confidence.Your doctor will assist you with any health-related questions and explain the ICD diagnosis code to you in a direct consultation if necessary.
Source
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