Poisoning by poliomyelitis vaccine

This code signifies an adverse reaction or toxic effect resulting from the administration of a poliomyelitis vaccine. It indicates that the patient has experienced symptoms of poisoning directly attributable to the vaccine itself, rather than an allergic reaction or improper administration.

This code is appropriate when a patient presents with systemic symptoms of toxicity, such as neurological complications, fever, or malaise, directly linked to a poliomyelitis vaccination. Documentation should clearly state the causal relationship between the vaccine and the patient's poisoning symptoms, often noted as "vaccine-induced poliomyelitis" or "poliomyelitis vaccine toxicity."

• Always sequence this code as a secondary diagnosis following the code for the specific manifestation of the poisoning.
• Distinguish from allergic reactions (e.g., urticaria, anaphylaxis) to the vaccine, which would be coded differently.
• Ensure documentation specifies "poisoning" or "toxic effect" rather than just an adverse effect or complication.