Sarcoidosis

Description

Sarcoidosis is a multisystem disorder of unknown cause characterised by the formation of immune granulomas in involved organs. The lung and the lymphatic system are predominantly affected, but virtually every organ may be involved. Other severe manifestations result from cardiac, neurological, ocular, kidney or laryngeal localizations.

Exclusions from above levels

• 2A83.0 – Monoclonal gammopathy of undetermined significance
• NE84 – Failure or rejection of transplanted organs or tissues
• 02 – Neoplasms