Polio

ICD-10 Code A80
Category Infectious

Polio

Definition

An acute infectious disorder that affects the nervous system. It is caused by the poliovirus. The virus spreads by direct contact, and can be prevented by prophylaxis with the polio vaccine.

Also known as acute poliomyelitis, Polia, polio, poliomyelitis — per MONDO

Also identified as

Affected Organs

Organ Involvement Source
Central nervous system Disease Has Associated Anatomic Site NCIT · CC BY 4.0
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Nervous system Disease Has Associated Anatomic Site NCIT · CC BY 4.0
Nervous system Disease Has Primary Anatomic Site NCIT · CC BY 4.0