Leprosy

Description

A disease caused by an infection with Mycobacterium leprae. This disease commonly presents with a long asymptomatic period followed by granulomatous lesions of the skin, respiratory tract, and peripheral nerves. Transmission is commonly by droplet transmission. Confirmation is by identification of Mycobacterium leprae with skin biopsy.

Inclusions

• Infection due to Mycobacterium leprae

Exclusions from above levels

• NE83.1 – Infection arising from device, implant or graft, not elsewhere classified