What are the Key Features of ICD-10 in Cancer Classification?
ICD-10 offers a detailed classification system for cancer, which includes:
Site-specific codes: Cancers are coded based on their anatomical site, such as C50 for breast cancer and C34 for lung cancer. Histological types: It also allows for the coding of different histological types of cancer, such as adenocarcinoma, squamous cell carcinoma, etc. Stage of cancer: ICD-10 codes can be used in conjunction with other staging systems like the TNM system to indicate the stage of cancer.
