O88.1
Amniotic fluid embolism
Applicable To
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Anaphylactoid syndrome in pregnancy
Clinical Information
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Blocking of maternal circulation by amniotic fluid that is forced into uterine veins by strong uterine contraction near the end of pregnancy. It is characterized by the sudden onset of severe respiratory distress and hypotension that can lead to maternal death.
Details
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O88.1 should not be used for reimbursement purposes as there are multiple codes below it that contain a greater level of detail.
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The 2023 edition of ICD-10-CM O88.1 became effective on October 1, 2022.
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This is the American ICD-10-CM version of O88.1 – other international versions of ICD-10 O88.1 may differ.