A04.5 Campylobacter enteritis

ICD10CM code

#### Name of the Condition
- **Campylobacter enteritis**  
- Also known as **Campylobacter infection** or **bacterial gastroenteritis caused by Campylobacter**.

#### Summary
- Campylobacter enteritis is a bacterial infection that affects the intestinal tract, often leading to symptoms like diarrhea, stomach cramps, and fever.

#### Causes
- Caused by infection with Campylobacter bacteria, typically through consuming contaminated food or water, particularly undercooked poultry.

#### Risk Factors
- Consuming raw or undercooked poultry.
- Drinking untreated water.
- Close contact with animals, especially livestock.
- Traveling to developing countries with poor sanitation.

#### Symptoms
- Diarrhea, often bloody.
- Abdominal pain and cramps.
- Fever.
- Nausea and vomiting.
- Fatigue.

#### Diagnosis
- Stool culture is the primary method.
- Polymerase chain reaction (PCR) testing for Campylobacter DNA in stool samples.

#### Treatment Options
- Most cases resolve on their own with rest and hydration.
- Antibiotics like azithromycin in severe cases.
- Rehydration therapy to prevent dehydration.

#### Prognosis and Follow-Up
- Full recovery is common within a week.
- Follow-up may include stool tests to ensure the infection is cleared in severe cases.

#### Complications
- Dehydration from severe diarrhea.
- Guillain-Barré syndrome in rare cases.
- Reactive arthritis.

#### Lifestyle & Prevention
- Cook poultry thoroughly and wash hands after handling raw meat.
- Avoid unpasteurized milk and untreated water.
- Maintain proper kitchen hygiene.

#### When to Seek Professional Help
- Severe diarrhea or bloody stools.
- Persistent fever.
- Signs of dehydration, such as decreased urination, dry mouth, or dizziness.

#### Additional Resources
- Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) [Campylobacter Infections](https://www.cdc.gov/campylobacter/index.html).
- World Health Organization (WHO) [Campylobacter](https://www.who.int/news-room/fact-sheets/detail/campylobacter).

#### Tips for Medical Coders
- Ensure accurate documentation of the infection source when possible.
- Avoid confusion with other types of gastroenteritis by confirming it’s Campylobacter-related.

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