ICD-11 code : GB23.2;
Preferred Label : Fat necrosis of breast;
ICD-11 definition : A condition of the breast, caused by saponification of fat tissue, commonly subsequent
to trauma or radiation therapy. This condition is characterized by damage, death,
or inflammation of the fat tissue by blood and tissue digestive enzymes, and the development
of scar tissue and lesions. Confirmation is by imaging of the breast and needle aspiration.;
ICD-11 inclusion : aseptic fat necrosis of breast; breast necrosis; segmental fat necrosis of breast;
Origin ID : 149925294;
UMLS CUI : C0156321;
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A condition of the breast, caused by saponification of fat tissue, commonly subsequent
to trauma or radiation therapy. This condition is characterized by damage, death,
or inflammation of the fat tissue by blood and tissue digestive enzymes, and the development
of scar tissue and lesions. Confirmation is by imaging of the breast and needle aspiration.
