In simple words: This code describes a problem with the wound from a C-section, where the stitches have come undone, either partially or completely. This usually happens after the baby is born.

This code classifies the disruption or dehiscence of a wound resulting from a cesarean delivery.It encompasses the partial or complete separation of the layers of the surgical incision following a cesarean section.This can range from superficial skin separation to deeper disruption involving fascial layers or visceral organs. The condition typically arises in the postpartum period.

Example 1: A 30-year-old woman, three days postpartum following a cesarean section, presents with serosanguineous drainage and partial separation of the superficial wound edges.The patient reports mild discomfort., A 25-year-old woman, ten days postpartum following a cesarean section, reports increased abdominal pain, fever, and purulent discharge from the incision site. Examination reveals a deep wound dehiscence with signs of infection., A 35-year-old woman, two weeks postpartum following a cesarean section, experiences a complete disruption of the abdominal wound with evisceration (protrusion of abdominal organs). Immediate surgical intervention is required.

Operative report detailing the cesarean section. Postpartum progress notes documenting the wound disruption, including clinical findings (e.g., serosanguineous drainage, erythema, purulence, dehiscence extent), vital signs, and any associated symptoms (e.g., pain, fever).Photographs of the wound may be helpful.Any additional procedures performed to manage the wound disruption (e.g., debridement, surgical repair).Results of any laboratory tests (e.g., complete blood count, blood cultures).

** This code is not used for spontaneous rupture of the uterus before or during labor (O71.-).It is also not used for conditions such as puerperal osteomalacia (M83.0) or obstetrical tetanus (A34).