G53.0Dagger codeAsterisk code
Postzoster neuralgia (B02.2+)
Cranial nerve disorders in diseases classified elsewhere
Cited in 3 documents
- GuidelinesHerpes Zoster OphthalmicusStandard Treatment Guidelines and Essential Medicines List for South Africa, Hospital Level, Adults 2019 Edition
- GuidelinesPain, ChronicStandard Treatment Guidelines and Essential Medicines List for South Africa, Hospital Level, Adults 2019 Edition
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