Which Is a Pure Excludes Note and Means Not Coded

question 64

Multiple Choice

Which is a pure excludes note and means not coded here to indicate mutually exclusive codes, which means the conditions cannot be reported together?

• A) excludes1 note
• B) excludes2 note

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Definitions:

Achondroplasia

A genetic disorder affecting bone growth, leading to dwarfism characterized by short limbs, a normal-sized torso, and an enlarged head.

Epiphyses

The rounded end parts of a long bone, which grow separately from the shaft during development and later fuse to it.

Cartilage

A flexible, connective tissue found in areas in the bodies such as the joints and the rib cage.

Inflammation

The body's response to injury or infection, often causing redness, warmth, swelling, and pain.