Herpes simplex infection of central nervous system

Description

A condition of the central nervous system, caused by an infection with herpes simplex virus (human herpesviruses 1 and 2). This condition is characterised by fever, headache, or other clinical symptoms depending on the site of infection. 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

1F00.20 – Herpes simplex meningitis
1F00.21 – Encephalitis due to herpes simplex virus
1F00.2Y – Other specified herpes simplex infection of central nervous system
1F00.2Z – Herpes simplex infection of central nervous system, unspecified

Sibling codes

1F00.0 – Herpes simplex infection of skin or mucous membrane
1F00.1 – Herpes simplex infection of the eye
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 central nervous system – http://id.who.int/icd/entity/163693711

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