T71.1 - Asphyxiation due to mechanical threat to breathing
T71.16 - Asphyxiation due to hanging
InclusionTerm:
-Hanging by window shade cord
Use Additional Code:
-code for any associated injuries, such as:
-crushing injury of neck (S17.-)
-fracture of cervical vertebrae S12.0-S12.2-)
-open wound of neck (S11.-)
T71.161 - Asphyxiation due to hanging, accidental
T71.162 - Asphyxiation due to hanging, intentional self-harm
T71.163 - Asphyxiation due to hanging, assault
T71.164 - Asphyxiation due to hanging, undetermined