(553.9)

Hernia of unspecified site without mention of obstruction or gangrene (553.9)

ICD-9 code 553.9 for Hernia of unspecified site without mention of obstruction or gangrene is a medical classification as listed by WHO under the range -HERNIA OF ABDOMINAL CAVITY (550-553).

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