Preferred Label : Conjunctival oedema;
ICD-11 definition : This is the swelling (or edema) of the conjunctiva. It is due to exudation from abnormally
permeable capillaries. In general, chemosis is a nonspecific sign of eye irritation.
The outer surface covering appears to have fluid in it. The conjunctiva becomes swollen
and gelatinous in appearance.;
ICD-11 synonym : oedema of conjunctiva; ocular hyperaemia;
Origin ID : 1681254941;
Automatic exact mappings (from CISMeF team)
This is the swelling (or edema) of the conjunctiva. It is due to exudation from abnormally
permeable capillaries. In general, chemosis is a nonspecific sign of eye irritation.
The outer surface covering appears to have fluid in it. The conjunctiva becomes swollen
and gelatinous in appearance.