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Record 1 2021-02-04

English

Subject field(s)
  • Human Diseases
  • Epidermis and Dermis
Universal entry(ies)
L94.0
classification system code, see observation
CONT

The term "localized scleroderma" as a primary diagnosis refers to the fact that this ... [condition] is localized to the skin, with no internal organ involvement... Localized scleroderma typically only affects the skin, although in some cases the underlying muscle and tissue may be involved...

OBS

The skin lesions of localized scleroderma are usually seen on the trunk but can also occur on the face, arms, and legs.

OBS

Sometimes, the term "morphea" is used interchangeably with "localized scleroderma", creating some confusion. Morphea, in fact, is only one particular type of localized scleroderma.

OBS

L94.0: code used in the International Statistical Classification of Diseases and Related Health Problems.

Key term(s)
  • localised scleroderma

French

Domaine(s)
  • Maladies humaines
  • Épiderme et derme
Entrée(s) universelle(s)
L94.0
classification system code, see observation
DEF

Fibrose atteignant essentiellement le derme, dans certains cas les tissus sous-jacents (aponévroses et muscles), mais respectant les viscères.

OBS

L94.0 : code de la Classification statistique internationale des maladies et des problèmes de santé connexes.

Spanish

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