Primary blast injury of ascending [right] colon, sequela

This code signifies a long-term complication or residual effect stemming from a primary blast injury that specifically affected the ascending (right) colon. This could include issues like strictures, adhesions, fistulas, or chronic pain directly attributable to the original blast trauma, manifesting after the acute injury has resolved.

Apply this code when documenting a patient presenting with a current condition that is a direct consequence of a primary blast injury to the ascending colon, and the acute phase of the injury has passed. This is appropriate for follow-up encounters addressing persistent problems related to the initial blast trauma.

• Always use this code as a secondary diagnosis, following the code for the specific sequela being treated.
• Ensure documentation clearly links the current condition to the previous primary blast injury of the ascending colon.
• Do not use for acute blast injuries; this code is exclusively for sequelae.