ICD-11 code : GC07;
Preferred Label : Urethral caruncle;
ICD-11 definition : A condition characterized by small, focal, benign, pink or red polypoid masses of
the distal urethral mucosa, which may become painful, bloody, and deep red in colour.
This condition may be associated with urogenital atrophy due to estrogen deficiency,
and may be aggravated by chronic irritation of urethral mucosa exposure. This condition
typically affects postmenopausal women.;
ICD-11 inclusion : polyp of urethra; urethral polyp;
Origin ID : 827275803;
UMLS CUI : C0152247;
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A condition characterized by small, focal, benign, pink or red polypoid masses of
the distal urethral mucosa, which may become painful, bloody, and deep red in colour.
This condition may be associated with urogenital atrophy due to estrogen deficiency,
and may be aggravated by chronic irritation of urethral mucosa exposure. This condition
typically affects postmenopausal women.
