Newborn affected by delivery by vacuum extractor [ventouse]

This code signifies a newborn who experienced an adverse effect or condition directly attributable to the use of a vacuum extractor during the delivery process. This could include scalp trauma, cephalohematoma, subgaleal hemorrhage, or other complications arising from the vacuum-assisted birth.

Apply this code when documentation clearly indicates a newborn's condition or injury is a direct consequence of a vacuum extraction delivery. This code is supported by physician notes detailing the delivery method and the subsequent neonatal findings linked to the vacuum use.

• Always sequence this code after the specific condition or injury affecting the newborn (e.g., cephalohematoma).
• Ensure documentation explicitly links the newborn's condition to the vacuum extraction; avoid assuming causation.
• Do not use this code if the vacuum extraction was performed without any documented adverse effect on the newborn.