Catalog

Ischaemic fasciitis

No MMS code

Link to WHO Definition

Ischaemic fasciitis – http://id.who.int/icd/entity/1583666592

Ischaemic fasciitis is a reactive pseudosarcomatous fibroblastic/myofibroblastic proliferation, sometimes associated with physical immobility. Ischaemic fasciitis usually arises around the limb girdles, sacral region, and greater trochanter; the chest wall and back may also be affected. Ischaemic fasciitis usually develops in the deep subcutis, but involvement of the deep dermis, skeletal muscle, and tendinous tissue can also occur. This lesion occurs as a painless mass with a median size of 4.7 cm. Ischaemic fasciitis may be associated with immobility or debilitation in some cases.