2025 ICD-10-CM code Q51.5
Congenital absence of the cervix.
Diagnosis is made based on clinical findings and imaging studies which confirm the absence of the cervix.
- Q00-Q99 Congenital malformations, deformations and chromosomal abnormalities
- Q50-Q56 Congenital malformations of genital organs
In simple words: This code describes a birth defect where the cervix is missing or did not develop properly.
Agenesis and aplasia of cervix. This condition signifies the congenital absence or failure of development of the cervix.
Example 1: A newborn female infant is examined and found to have no cervix upon physical examination., An adolescent female presents with primary amenorrhea. Imaging reveals the absence of a cervix., During a routine pelvic exam, a gynecologist discovers that the patient has no cervix. Further investigation confirms the diagnosis of cervical agenesis.
Documentation should confirm the complete absence or significant underdevelopment of the cervix. Imaging studies (such as ultrasound or MRI) may be necessary to support the diagnosis.
** This condition is a congenital anomaly meaning it is present from birth.It can be associated with other reproductive tract anomalies.