Poisoning by ganglionic blocking drugs, self-harm, sequela

This code signifies a long-term consequence or residual effect stemming from a deliberate overdose or self-poisoning with ganglionic blocking agents. These drugs primarily affect the autonomic nervous system, and their intentional misuse can lead to severe and lasting physiological damage. The "sequela" indicates that the acute poisoning event has passed, but its impact continues to manifest.

Apply this code when documenting chronic conditions or persistent health problems directly attributable to a past intentional self-harm event involving ganglionic blocking drugs. This would include situations where a patient presents with ongoing organ damage, neurological deficits, or other long-term complications resulting from such an overdose. It is used after the acute phase of the poisoning has resolved.

• Always sequence this sequela code after the code for the specific nature of the sequela (e.g., a code for kidney failure if that is the sequela).
• Ensure documentation clearly links the current condition to a past intentional self-harm poisoning by ganglionic blocking drugs.
• Do not use this code for the acute poisoning event itself; use the appropriate acute poisoning code for that phase of care.