ICD-11 · 6C40.3

Alcohol intoxication

Alcohol intoxication is a clinically significant transient condition that develops during or shortly after the consumption of alcohol that is characterized by disturbances in consciousness, cognition, perception, affect, behavior, or coordination. These disturbances are caused by the known pharmacological effects of alcohol and their intensity is closely related to the amount of alcohol consumed. They are time-limited and abate as alcohol is cleared from the body. Presenting features may include impaired attention, inappropriate or aggressive behavior, lability of mood and emotions, impaired judgment, poor coordination, unsteady gait, fine nystagmus and slurred speech. At more severe levels of intoxication, stupor or coma may occur. Alcohol intoxication may facilitate suicidal ideation or behavior.

ICD-11 diagnostic criteria

How to recognise

In the ICD-11 framework, the core symptoms taken into account when recognising Alcohol intoxication are:

Differential diagnosis

When diagnosing Alcohol intoxication, the following ICD-11 disorders should be considered in the differential diagnosis:

Frequently asked questions

How is Alcohol intoxication diagnosed according to ICD-11?

According to ICD-11, the diagnostic criteria for Alcohol intoxication (6C40.3) include: niedawne spożycie alkoholu; zaburzenia świadomości lub zachowania.

What disorders are in the differential diagnosis of Alcohol intoxication?

The differential diagnosis of Alcohol intoxication (6C40.3) includes: Zaburzenia transowo-opętaniowe (6B63).

WHO ICD-11 source

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