In simple words: This code represents a birth defect affecting the intestines that isn't covered by a more specific code.

This code encompasses various congenital anomalies of the intestine not specifically classified elsewhere, including congenital blind loop syndrome, congenital diverticulitis of colon, congenital diverticulum of intestine, dolichocolon, megaloappendix, megaloduodenum, microcolon, transposition of appendix, transposition of colon, and transposition of intestine.

Example 1: A newborn infant presents with symptoms of intestinal obstruction. Imaging reveals a congenital blind loop syndrome., A child experiences chronic constipation and abdominal distention. After extensive evaluation, a dolichocolon is diagnosed., An infant undergoes surgery for an unrelated condition, during which a megaloappendix is incidentally discovered and removed.

Thorough documentation of the specific malformation is crucial. This should include imaging studies (e.g., ultrasound, CT scan, MRI), operative reports (if surgery is performed), and any other relevant clinical findings.