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colic

Medical Definition

Paroxysms of discomfort characterized by abrupt onset and remission. this typically occurs when a hollow organ or supporting structure is obstructed.

Wikipedia Summary

Colic or cholic () is a form of pain that starts and stops abruptly. It occurs due to muscular contractions of a hollow tube (small and large intestine, gall bladder, ureter, etc.) in an attempt to relieve an obstruction by forcing content out...
Related Codes (1)
Code
Description
Billable
Details
R10.83Colic
Type 1 Excludes (1)

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