1A03.1 Enterotoxigenic Escherichia coli infection

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


A condition of the gastrointestinal system, caused by an infection with the gram-negative bacteria Escherichia coli. This condition is characterised by acute, watery diarrhoea due to toxins released from the bacteria. Transmission is by the faecal-oral route from ingestion of contaminated food, water, or fomites. Confirmation is by identification of the Escherichia coli in faecal sample.

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