ICD-11 code : LA07.1;
Preferred Label : Diastematomyelia;
ICD-11 definition : A condition caused by failure of the spinal cord during the antenatal period. This
condition is characterised by separation of the spinal cord into two parts by a rigid
or fibrous septum. This condition may present with misformed vertebrae, pain, weakness,
impaired gait, sensory changes in the legs, or sphincter disturbance. Confirmation
is through observation of a septum-bifurcated spinal cord by imaging.;
ICD-11 synonym : diplomyelia; Split cord malformation;
ICD-11 inclusion : Split cord malformation;
Origin ID : 2070601288;
UMLS CUI : C0011999;
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UMLS correspondences (same concept)
A condition caused by failure of the spinal cord during the antenatal period. This
condition is characterised by separation of the spinal cord into two parts by a rigid
or fibrous septum. This condition may present with misformed vertebrae, pain, weakness,
impaired gait, sensory changes in the legs, or sphincter disturbance. Confirmation
is through observation of a septum-bifurcated spinal cord by imaging.