ICD-11 MMS 2026-01
Genetic disorders of keratinisation
Description
Heritable disorders characterised by abnormal epidermal keratinization. They include the ichthyoses and palmoplantar keratodermas.
Index terms
- Genetic disorders of keratinisation
Child codes
EC20.0 – Non-syndromic ichthyosisEC20.1 – Hereditary skin peelingEC20.2 – Hereditary acantholytic dermatosesEC20.3 – Hereditary palmoplantar keratodermasEC20.Y – Other specified genetic disorders of keratinisation
Foundation children elsewhere
ED56 – Keratosis pilarisLD27.2 – Syndromic ichthyosis
Sibling codes
EC21 – Genetic defects of hair or hair growthEC22 – Genetic defects of nails or nail growthEC23 – Genetic disorders of skin pigmentationEC7Y – Other specified genetic or developmental disorders affecting the skin
Part of: 14: Diseases of the skin