E83.0: Disorders of copper metabolism
Your body cannot utilize copper properly.
Copper is needed in the body for various processes. For example, copper is needed for the cells to be able to work well. In your case, copper is not being properly distributed in your body. So for example, copper can be deposited in the intestines, brain, liver or eyes. The copper can damage the tissue in those organs. As a result, you may have various symptoms. The liver or brain can no longer work properly. As a result, you may have problems when speaking or not be able to move properly.
There are various diseases that cause you to be unable to utilize copper properly. These diseases are congenital – one is born with them.
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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