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Lipid storage disorders

Also known as: Metabolic disorders, unspecified

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In short

Genetic brain disorders are caused by a variation or mutation in a gene, which affects the development and function of the brain. These disorders can be inherited, caused by random mutations, or result from a combination of genetic changes and environmental factors. Examples of genetic brain disorders include leukodystrophies, phenylketonuria, Tay-Sachs disease, and Wilson disease. Many individuals with these conditions fail to produce enough of certain proteins that influence the brain, which can cause serious nervous system problems that are sometimes life-threatening.

Source: MedlinePlus, National Library of Medicine.

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Codes

ICD-10: E75
ICD-11: 5D2Z Metabolic disorders, unspecified

Description

A genetic brain disorder is caused by a variation or a mutation in a gene. A variation is a different form of a gene. A mutation is a change in a gene. Genetic brain disorders affect the development and function of the brain.
Some genetic brain disorders are due to random gene mutations or mutations caused by environmental exposure, such as cigarette smoke. Other disorders are inherited, which means that a mutated gene or group of genes is passed down through a family. They can also be due to a combination of both genetic changes and other outside factors.
Some examples of genetic brain disorders include:
Leukodystrophies
Phenylketonuria
Tay-Sachs disease
Wilson disease
Many people with genetic brain disorders fail to produce enough of certain proteins that influence brain development and function. These brain disorders can cause serious problems that affect the nervous system. Some have treatments to control symptoms. Some are life-threatening.

Source: MedlinePlus, National Library of Medicine.

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Questions

What is the ICD-10 code for Lipid storage disorders?

E75 (WHO, International Classification of Diseases, 10th Revision).

What is the ICD-11 code for Lipid storage disorders?

5D2Z: Metabolic disorders, unspecified (WHO, ICD-11 for Mortality and Morbidity Statistics).

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Source: MedlinePlus, National Library of Medicine.
ICD-10 codes and titles © World Health Organization. Source: WHO, International Classification of Diseases, 10th Revision (2019).

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