Fascioliasis

This code identifies an infection caused by liver flukes of the genus Fasciola, primarily Fasciola hepatica (sheep liver fluke) or Fasciola gigantica. The infection typically involves the bile ducts and liver parenchyma, leading to inflammation and damage.

Use this code for confirmed cases of fascioliasis, often diagnosed through serological tests, stool examination for eggs, or imaging studies showing characteristic liver lesions. It applies when the patient presents with symptoms such as fever, abdominal pain, hepatomegaly, or eosinophilia consistent with liver fluke infection.

• Ensure documentation specifies Fasciola infection; differentiate from other helminthic infections.
• Consider co-occurring conditions like cholangitis or liver abscess, which may require additional codes.
• Review travel history and exposure to contaminated watercress or aquatic plants, as these are common sources of infection.