Topics

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High Yield Topics list for STEP 3


Diseases/Disorders of the Central Nervous System
Infectious Diseases of CNS
Tetanus
Acute Poliomyelitis
Rabies
Meningitis
Encephalitis
Brain Abscess

Degenerative/Hereditary Diseases of CNS
Alzheimer/Cerebral Atrophy
Parkinson Disease
Multiple Sclerosis
Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS)

Other Diseases of CNS
Mental Retardation
Seizure Disorder
Brain Death
Cerebral Palsy

Neoplasms
Intracranial Neoplasm
Malignant Neoplasm of CNS

Diseases of Peripheral Nerves
Myasthenia Gravis
Neuropathies
Neuralgia/Neuritis

Vascular Diseases of CNS
Cerebral Hemorrhage
Transient Cerebral Ischemia
Cerebrovascular Disease
Cerebral Embolism and Thrombosis

Ill-defined CNS Symptoms
Reye Syndrome
Migraine
Convulsions
Headache
Psychalgia
Syncope and Collapse, Ataxia
Abnormal Involuntary Movement
Sleep Disturbances
Aphasia

Coma

Diseases/Disorders of the Eye
Eye
Ophthalmologic Manifestations
of Diabetes
Retinal Detachments, Defects and Disorders
Chorioretinitis
Glaucoma
Cataract
Visual Disturbances
Diplopia
Visual Field Defects
Pterygium

Acute Conjunctivitis
Disorders of Eyelids/Lacrimal System
Orbital Cellulitis
Diseases of Optic Nerve/Visual Pathways
Strabismus
Anomalies of Pupillary Function
Nystagmus
Corneal Abrasion
Degeneration of Macula

Diseases/Disorders of the Ear/Nose/Mouth/Throat
Ear
Diseases of Ear and Mastoid Process
Otitis Media
Vertiginous Syndromes
Otalgia
Hearing Loss

Nose/Throat
Streptococcal Sore Throat
Acute Upper Respiratory Tract Infection
Chronic Rhinitis
Peritonsillar Abscess
Allergic Rhinitis
Diseases of Nasal Cavity, e.g. Abscess

Sinuses
Acute Sinusitis
Chronic Sinusitis

Mouth/Tongue
Herpetic Gingivostomatitis
Herpes Simplex Fever Blister
Disorders of Teeth/Jaw

Neoplasms
Malignant Neoplasm of Larynx
Malignant Neoplasm of Lip, Oral Cavity, Pharynx

Diseases/Disorders of the Respiratory System
Pneumonia/Influenza
Croup
Acute Bronchitis
Acute Bronchiolitis
Bronchopneumonia
Pneumonia
Influenza with Other Respiratory Manifestations

Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
Bronchitis
Obstructive Chronic Bronchitis
Emphysema
Asthma
Chronic Airway Obstruction

Pneumoconioses

Malignant Neoplasm of Bronchus and Lung, Primary and Secondary

Other Diseases of the Respiratory System
Pulmonary Tuberculosis
Sarcoidosis
Cystic Fibrosis
Pulmonary Embolism and Infarction
Pulmonary Hypertension
Pleurisy Without Effusion
Spontaneous Tension Pneumothorax
Mediastinitis
Pertussis

Ill-defined Symptoms of the Respiratory System
Dyspnea
Cough
Hemoptysis
Stridor
Hoarseness

Diseases/Disorders of the Circulatory System
Essential Hypertension

Hypertensive Disease
Hypertensive Heart Disease
Hypertensive Renal Disease
Secondary Hypertension

Ischemic Heart Disease

Congestive Heart Failure
Pericarditis
Cardiomyopathy
Congestive Heart Failure

Arrhythmias/Conduction Disorders

Valvular Heart Disease
Rheumatic Heart Disease
Valve Disorders
Endocarditis
Congenital Anomalies of the Heart

Peripheral Vascular Disease
Aortic Aneurysm
Peripheral Vascular Disease
Arterial Embolism/Thrombosis
Phlebitis/Thrombophlebitis
Venous Embolism/Thrombosis
Varicose Veins

General Arteriosclerosis
Arteriosclerotic Disease
Atherosclerosis

Ill-defined Symptoms of the Circulatory System
Tachycardia
Palpitations
Murmurs
Elevated Blood Pressure Without Diagnosis of Hypertension

Diseases/Disorders of the Digestive System
Ill-defined Symptoms of Digestive System
Dyspepsia
Constipation
Diarrhea
Hemorrhage of Rectum and Anus
Gastrointestinal Hemorrhage
Nausea and Vomiting
Abdominal Pain
Abnormal Stool Contents
Indigestion
Heartburn
Ascites
Hepatomegaly
Splenomegaly
Dysphagia

Esophagus
Malignant Neoplasm of Esophagus
Esophageal Varices
Achalasia/Esophagitis

Stomach
Malignant Neoplasm of Stomach
Benign Neoplasm of Stomach
Gastric Ulcer
Duodenal Ulcer
Peptic Ulcer
Gastritis/Duodenitis

Rectum
Malignant Neoplasm of Rectosigmoid Junction
Malignant Neoplasm of Rectum
Benign Neoplasm of Rectum
Hemorrhoids
Anal Fissure
Anal Abscess
Rectal Prolapse

Small Intestine/Colon
Malignant Neoplasm of Colon
Benign Neoplasm of Duodenum, Jejunum, Ileum
Appendicitis
Other Noninfectious Gastroenteritis
Intestinal Obstruction
Diverticula of Small Intestine
Diverticula of Colon
Irritable Colon/Irritable Bowel Syndrome
Peritonitis
Intestinal Abscess

Hernia
Inguinal Hernia
Other Hernias with Obstruction
Ventral Hernia
Diaphragmatic Hernia

Gallbladder
Calculus of Gallbladder
Cholecystitis

Liver
Malignant Neoplasm of Liver
Cirrhosis of Liver
Stricture of Common Bile Duct

Pancreas
Malignant Neoplasm of Pancreas
Benign Neoplasm of Pancreas
Pancreatitis

Behavioral/Emotional Disorders
Psychotic Disorders
Schizophrenia
Paranoid States

Anxiety Disorders/Adjustment Disorders
Phobic Disorders
Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder
Post-traumatic Stress Disorder
Bereavement

Mood Disorders
Depressive Disorders
Bipolar Disorders

Psychological-Medical Interactive Disorders
Somatoform Disorders
Eating Disorders
Psychological Factors Associated with Other Medical Condition

Disorders Originating in Childhood
Conduct Disturbance
Attention Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder
Autistic Disorder

Cognitive Disorders
Confusion States
Dementia

Substance Abuse Disorders
Alcohol Related Disorders
Chemical/Drug Abuse
Drug Dependence

Psychosocial Problems/Personality Disorders
Abuse of Other Person
Sexual Dysfunction
Personality Disorders

Diseases/Disorders of the Musculoskeletal System
General Musculoskeletal Problems
Internal Derangement of Knee
Effusion of Joint
Affections of Shoulder Region
Synovitis/Tenosynovitis
Bursitis
Ganglion and Cyst of Synovium/Tendon/Bursa
Muscular Wasting and Disuse Atrophy
Infective Myositis
Myositis Ossificans
Myalgia/Myositis
Disorders of Bone and Cartilage
Developmental Problems
Congenital Anomalies of Limbs
Muscular Dystrophy

Disorders of Back/Spine
Spinal Enthesopathy
Intravertebral Disc Disorders
Disc Displacement
Spinal Stenosis
Lumbago, Sciatica
Kyphoscoliosis and Scoliosis
Sprains and Strains of Back
Contusion of Back
Cervicalgia

Malignancy
Secondary Malignant Neoplasm of Bone/Marrow
Pathologic Fracture

Contusions

Fractures/Dislocations
Closed Fracture of Facial Bones
Fracture of Vertebral Column
Fracture of Ribs
Closed Fracture, Upper Extremity
Fracture of Neck of Femur
Various Fractures, Lower Limbs
Dislocations/Separations

Sprains/Strains
Temporomandibular Joint Disorders
Rotator Cuff Syndrome
Enthesopathy of Elbow or Ankle
Various Sprains and Strains

Rheumatoid Conditions
Collagen Diseases
Rheumatoid Arthritis
Nonarticular Rheumatism

Osteoarthritis and Arthropathies
Infective Arthritis
Osteoarthritis
Monoarthritis
Arthropathy
Polyarthritis

Ill-defined Symptoms, Musculoskeletal System
Pain in Joint
Stiffness of Joint
Pain in Limb
Cramp, Swelling

Diseases/Disorders of the Skin/Subcutaneous Tissue
Skin Eruptions
Scabies
Contact Dermatitis
Psoriasis
Acne
Urticaria
Seborrhea

Nails/Hair
Ingrowing Nail
Diseases of Hair and Follicle

Other
Cauliflower Ear
Decubitus Ulcer
Keloid Scar

Lumps/Tumors of Skin
Viral Warts
Malignant Neoplasm of Skin
Benign Neoplasm of Skin
Keratoderma
Sebaceous Cyst
Neurofibromatosis
Lipoma

Ill-defined Symptoms, Skin and Integumentary
Rash, Edema
Localized Swelling, Mass or Lump
Enlarged Lymph Nodes

Diseases/Disorders of Endocrine/Nutrition/Metabolism
Diseases of the Thyroid Gland
Malignant Neoplasm of Thyroid Gland
Goiter, Hyperthyroidism, Hypothyroidism
Hyperparathyroidism

Diabetes Mellitus
Hypoglycemia
Hyperglycemia

Nutritional Deficiencies/Avitaminosis

Disorders of Adrenal and Pituitary Glands

Other Endocrine/Metabolic/Immunity Disorders
Pure Hypercholesterolemia
Hyperlipidemia
Gout
Electrolyte Disorders
Immunity Deficiency
SIADH, Phenylketonuria

Diseases/Disorders of the Kidneys and Urinary Tract
Lower
Malignant Neoplasm of Prostate
Malignant Neoplasm of Bladder
Urethritis
Hyperplasia of Prostate
Enuresis
Hematuria, Urethral Stricture

Upper
Malignant Neoplasm of Kidney
Nephrotic Syndrome/nephritis
Chronic Renal Failure
Acute Renal Failure
Calculus of Kidney
Calculus of Ureter

Ill-defined Symptoms of the Genitourinary System
Abnormalities of Urination
Stress Incontinence, Female

Diseases/Disorders of the Male Reproductive System
Testes
Testicular Feminization
Torsion of Testes
Testicular Mass
Malignant Neoplasm of Testes
Benign Neoplasm of Testes

Other Male Reproductive
Male Infertility
Disorders of Male Genital Organs
Orchitis/Epididymitis

Diseases/Disorders of the Female Reproductive System
Uterus
Malignant Neoplasm of Uterus
Leiomyoma of Uterus
Disorders of Uterus
Uterine Prolapse
Endometriosis of Uterus

Ovary
Malignant Neoplasm of Ovary
Benign Neoplasm of Ovary
Ovarian Cysts

Cervix
Malignant Neoplasm of Cervix
Cervicitis/Endocervicitis
Dysplasia of Cervix Uteri
Abnormal Pap Smear

Vagina/Vulva
Malignant Neoplasm of Vagina
Malignant Neoplasm of Vulva
Vaginitis/Vulvovaginitis
Prolapse of Vaginal Walls
Imperforate Hymen
Vaginal Discharge

Menstrual Disorders
Dysmenorrhea
Premenstrual Tension
Amenorrhea, Excess Menstruation
Irregular Menstrual Cycle

Menopause
Climacteric States
Atrophic Vaginitis

Breast
Malignant Neoplasm of Breast
Benign Neoplasm of Breast
Breast-Related Problems, e.g. Fibrocystic Breasts
Signs and Symptoms in Breast

Female Infertility
Acute Parametritis and Pelvic Cellulitis
Pelvic Inflammatory Disease
Salpingitis and Oophoritis

Pregnancy/Childbirth/Neonates
Pregnancy, Complicated
Adolescent Pregnancy
Supervision of At-Risk Pregnancy
Ectopic Pregnancy
Spontaneous, Induced, or Septic Abortion
Hemorrhage in Early Pregnancy
Placenta Previa
Abruptio Placentae
Antepartum Hemorrhage
Preeclampsia
Eclampsia
Premature Labor
Complication of Labor or Delivery
Other Viral Disease in Pregnancy
Incompetent Cervix
CNS Malformation in Fetus
Suspected Fetal Abnormality Affecting Management of Mother
Rh Incompatibility
Infection, Amniotic Cavity
Obstruction, Malposition of Fetus
Cesarean Delivery
Chromosomal Anomalies
Multiple Fetuses

Pregnancy, Uncomplicated
Delivery and Labor with Minor or No Complications
Supervision of Normal Pregnancy
Single Liveborn Before Admission to Hospital

Conditions Originating in the Perinatal Period
Congenital Anomalies of the Digestive System
Birth Trauma
Birth Asphyxia
Respiratory Distress Syndrome
Other Respiratory Problems after Birth
Hypocalcemia
Infections Specific to the Perinatal Period
Hemolytic Disease Due to Rh
Isoimmunization
Perinatal Jaundice

Diseases/Disorders of the Blood/Blood-forming Organs
Malignant Neoplasias
Leukemias
Multiple Myeloma
Lymphomas

Anemias
Pernicious Anemia
Thalassemias
Sickle-cell Trait
Other Hemoglobinopathies
Iron-deficiency Anemia

Other
Septicemia
Pancytopenias
Coagulation Disorder
Disseminated Intravascular Coagulation
Polycythemia
Viremia
Transfusion Reaction
Thrombocytopenic Purpura

Infectious/Parasitic Diseases
Intestinal Infectious Diseases
Enteric Infections

Other Bacterial Diseases
Streptococcal Infection
Staphylococcal Infection
Pneumococcal Infection
Escherichia coli Infection
Hemophilus influenzae Infection
Other Bacterial Infections

HIV Infection
AIDS, HIV Status

Viral Diseases Accompanied by Exanthem
Chickenpox
Herpes Zoster
Measles
Rubella and Roseola
Erythema Infectiosum
Kawasaki Syndrome

Arthropod-borne Diseases
Rocky Mountain Spotted Fever
Lyme Disease

Sexually Transmitted Diseases
Syphilis
Gonococcal Infections
Other STDs, e.g. Genital Herpes, Trichomoniasis

Mycoses
Dermatophytosis
Candidiasis
Mycoses

Other Diseases Due to Viruses and Chlamydiae
Hepatitis
Mumps
Herpangina
Infectious Mononucleosis
Inclusion Conjunctivitis
Molluscum Contagiosum
Cat-scratch Disease
Foot and Mouth Disease
Cytomegalic Inclusion Disease
Echovirus
Coxsackievirus
Rhinovirus
Toxoplasmosis

Infectious Diseases of Urinary System
Infections of Kidney
Acute Cystitis

Infectious Diseases Complicating Pregnancy
Infection of Genitourinary Tract During Pregnancy
Other Infections Complicating Pregnancy

Infections of Skin and Subcutaneous Tissue
Cellulitis and Abscess
Impetigo
Other Local Skin Infection

Infections Involving Bone
Acute and Chronic Osteomyelitis

Injuries/Wounds/Toxic Effects/Burns
Eye Injury
Foreign Body in Eye
Eye Burn
Ocular Injuries

Various Toxins
Food Poisoning
Poisoning by Drugs and Medicinal Substances
Toxic Effects of Nonmedicinal Substances
Adverse Effects of Drugs, Medicinal and Biological Substances

Post-operative Complications
CNS Complications
Respiratory Complications
GI Complications
Hemorrhage Complicating Surgery
Post-operative Infections
Complications of Medical Care, Infection
Other Complications of Device/Graft

Wounds

Trauma
Rape/Crisis Adjustment
Concussion, No Loss of Consciousness
Concussion, Brief Loss of Consciousness
CNS Trauma
Cranial Injuries
Chest Trauma
Internal Injuries, Abdomen and Pelvis
Other Trauma, e.g. Traumatic Shock

Foreign Body
Foreign Body in Ear
Foreign Body in Nose
Foreign Body in Trachea/Aspiration
Swallowed Foreign Body

Other
Epistaxis
Burns
Frostbite
Heat Stroke

Health Maintenance
General Checks
Community-Related Prevention
Routine Child/Infant Health Check
Other After-Care Follow-up
Other Counseling
Follow-up Examinations
General Medical Exam
Laboratory Examination
Child Behavioral/Developmental Disorders

Targeted Checks, Gynecology
Counseling for Contraception
Sterilization
Surveillance of Prescribed Contraception
Contraceptive Management
Genetic Counseling
Antenatal Screening
Gynecologic Examination
Routine Cervical Pap Smear
Post-partum Follow-up
Breast Cancer Screening

Targeted Checks, Cardiovascular Risk
Dietary Surveillance
Cardiovascular Risk Screening
Exercise

Vaccinations/Other Chemotherapy
Influenza Vaccination
DTP and Polio Vaccination
Vaccinations
Desensitization to Allergens
Prophylactic Chemotherapy
Skin Sensitization Tests

Non-dependent Abuse of Drugs
Alcohol Abuse
Tobacco Use Disorder
Hallucinogen Abuse
Sedative, Hypnotic or Anxiolytic Abuse
Opioid Abuse
Cocaine Abuse
Amphetamine Abuse
Antidepressant Type Abuse
Other Mixed, Unspecified Drug Abuse

Ill-defined Symptom Complex
Ill-defined Presentations
Chest Pain
Pyrexia of Unknown Origin
Malaise and Fatigue
Lack of Normal Physiological Development
Septic Shock
Allergy
Abnormal Test Results
Chronic Pain

Ill-defined Causes of Morbidity
Malignant Neoplasm, Unspecified Site
Secondary Malignant Neoplasm, Other Sites

Symptoms Referable to Nutrition
Abnormal Weight Gain
Abnormal Weight Loss
Loss of Appetite