Systemic lupus erythematosus

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

Systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE) is a clinically multisystem disease, which is autoimmune in origin and is characterised by the presence of autoantibodies directed against nuclear antigens. Manifestations include rash, arthritis and fatigue, nephritis, neurological problems, anaemia and thrombocytopenia at the more severe end of the spectrum.

sections/codes in this section (4A40.0-4A40.0)

• Systemic lupus erythematosus with skin involvement  (4A40.00)
• Other specified systemic lupus erythematosus  (4A40.0Y)
• Systemic lupus erythematosus, unspecified  (4A40.0Z)

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