Table 1 Main discharge diagnoses in measles hospitalizations. Italy, 2002–2003
From: Health burden and economic impact of measles-related hospitalizations in Italy in 2002–2003
Main Diagnosis | N. hospitalizations (%) |
|---|---|
Measles (ICD9-CM codes 055.0–055.9) | 4496 (87.2) |
Respiratory infections or insufficiency | 211 (4.1) |
Other symptoms/conditions compatible with measles complications | 246 (4.8) |
Other medical conditions* | 201 (3.9) |
Total | 5154 (100.0) |