2025 ICD-10-CM code B60.1
(Active) Effective Date: N/A Certain infectious and parasitic diseases - Protozoal diseases 1 Feed
Acanthamebiasis.
Medical necessity for treatment is established by the confirmation of Acanthamoeba infection through appropriate diagnostic testing.The severity of the infection and the potential for complications, such as vision loss in AK or neurological damage in GAE, further justify the medical necessity of treatment.
Diagnosis involves identifying the amoeba in clinical samples through various laboratory techniques including microscopy, culture, and PCR. Treatment depends on the site of infection and may involve a combination of antimicrobial agents.For AK, topical biguanides and chlorhexidine are often used. For GAE and cutaneous acanthamebiasis, systemic treatment with a combination of drugs such as miltefosine, fluconazole, pentamidine, and others may be necessary.
In simple words: Acanthamebiasis is an infection caused by a tiny organism called Acanthamoeba, which is commonly found in soil and water.It can cause serious infections in the brain, eyes, or skin, particularly in individuals with weakened immune systems or those who wear contact lenses.
Acanthamebiasis is an infection caused by Acanthamoeba, a free-living amoeba found in various environments such as soil, water, and air.It can manifest in different forms depending on the site of infection, including granulomatous amebic encephalitis (GAE), amebic keratitis (AK), and cutaneous acanthamebiasis.
Example 1: A contact lens wearer presents with eye pain, redness, and blurred vision.Diagnosis of amebic keratitis due to Acanthamoeba is confirmed through corneal scraping and culture., An immunocompromised individual develops fever, headache, and neurological symptoms. Imaging reveals brain lesions, and Acanthamoeba is identified in cerebrospinal fluid, confirming GAE., A patient with a compromised immune system develops skin lesions, and biopsy reveals the presence of Acanthamoeba, indicating cutaneous acanthamebiasis.
Documentation should include the site of infection, diagnostic methods used, and results of laboratory testing confirming the presence of Acanthamoeba.For AK, details about contact lens use and hygiene practices are crucial.For GAE and cutaneous acanthamebiasis, information about the patient's immune status and any underlying medical conditions should be documented.
- Specialties:Infectious Disease, Ophthalmology, Dermatology, Neurology
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