Irritant contact dermatitis related to skin contact with prostheses or surgical appliances

Description

Irritant contact dermatitis resulting from friction and sweating between the skin surface and a prosthesis or appliance in contact with the skin, especially limb prostheses.

Index terms

Irritant contact dermatitis related to skin contact with prostheses or surgical appliances

Exclusions from above levels

EK00 – Allergic contact dermatitis

Sibling codes

EK02.20 – Intertriginous dermatitis due to friction, sweating or contact with body fluids
EK02.21 – Irritant contact dermatitis due to saliva
EK02.22 – Irritant contact dermatitis due to incontinence
EK02.23 – Irritant contact dermatitis related to stoma or fistula

Foundation entity

Irritant contact dermatitis related to skin contact with prostheses or surgical appliances – http://id.who.int/icd/entity/167584116

Part of: EK02.2: Irritant contact dermatitis due to friction, sweating or contact with body fluids › EK02: Irritant contact dermatitis › 14: Diseases of the skin