Unspecified injury of left renal artery, sequela

This code signifies a long-term complication or residual effect stemming from an unspecified injury to the left renal artery. This could include conditions like chronic hypertension, renal artery stenosis, or impaired kidney function that developed as a direct result of a past, unspecific trauma to the artery.

Use this code when documenting a patient presenting with a current condition or symptom that is a direct consequence of a previous, unspecified injury to their left renal artery. This applies when the acute phase of the original injury has passed, and the current clinical picture reflects a lasting impact.

• Requires a seventh character "S" to indicate sequela, meaning the current condition is a late effect of the initial injury.
• Always sequence this code after the code(s) for the specific sequela (e.g., chronic kidney disease, hypertension).
• Ensure documentation clearly links the current condition to a prior, unspecified left renal artery injury.