Intentional self-harm by unspecified sharp object
Requires 7th character
X78.9 requires a 7th character to be reported. Choose a complete code below.
Inclusion terms
Includes (from X78)
- Note: This chapter permits the classification of environmental events and circumstances as the cause of injury, and other adverse effects. Where a code from this section is applicable, it is intended that it shall be used secondary to a code from another chapter of the Classification indicating the nature of the condition. Most often, the condition will be classifiable to Chapter 19, Injury, poisoning and certain other consequences of external causes (S00-T88). Other conditions that may be stated to be due to external causes are classified in Chapters I to XVIII. For these conditions, codes from Chapter 20 should be used to provide additional information as to the cause of the condition.
7th character
This code requires a 7th character (defined at X78). Use the placeholder "X" for missing positions.
| Character | Meaning |
|---|---|
| A | initial encounter |
| D | subsequent encounter |
| S | sequela |
Also known as
- Suicide, suicidal, cut
- Suicide, suicidal, cutting or piercing instrument
Parent code
- X78Intentional self-harm by sharp objectNeeds 7th char