Herpes simplex infection of the eye

Description

A condition of the eye, caused by an infection with herpes simplex virus type 1 or 2. The condition is characterised by blepharoconjunctivitis or keratitis. Transmission is by direct contact. Confirmation is by identification of herpes simplex virus type 1 or 2.

Exclusions from above levels

1F05.1 – Herpangina
NE83.1 – Infection arising from device, implant or graft, not elsewhere classified

Child codes

1F00.10 – Herpes simplex keratitis
1F00.11 – Herpes simplex infection of eyelid
1F00.1Y – Other specified herpes simplex infection of the eye
1F00.1Z – Herpes simplex infection of the eye, unspecified

Sibling codes

1F00.0 – Herpes simplex infection of skin or mucous membrane
1F00.2 – Herpes simplex infection of central nervous system
1F00.3 – Disseminated herpes simplex infection
1F00.Y – Other specified herpes simplex infections
1F00.Z – Herpes simplex infections, unspecified

Foundation entity

Herpes simplex infection of the eye – http://id.who.int/icd/entity/1985490330

Allowed postcoordination axes

Part of: 1F00: Herpes simplex infections › 01: Certain infectious or parasitic diseases