Catalog

Silica granuloma

No MMS code

Link to WHO Definition

Silica granuloma – http://id.who.int/icd/entity/1902973919

Silica granulomata are granulomatous reactions resulting from traumatic inoculation of sand, glass particles or other silica-containing materials into the skin. They present months to years after injury, which may not be recalled, as single or multiple erythematous, firm, non-tender, dermal or subcutaneous nodules.