MD11.B Stridor

International Classification of Diseases for Mortality and Morbidity Statistics, 11th Revision, v2024-01

Stridor or a low-pitched, focal inspiratory wheeze usually heard over the neck is a manifestation of upper airway obstruction and should result in an expedited evaluation of the patient as it can precede complete upper airway obstruction and respiratory failure.

exclusions

• laryngismus (stridulus)  (CA0H.4)
• congenital laryngeal stridor  (KB20-KB2Z)

synonyms

• Stridor
• stridulous breathing

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