ICD-11 code : 1C1D.0;
Preferred Label : Primary yaws;
ICD-11 definition : Primary yaws results from primary inoculation of Treponema pallidum subsp. pertenue
into the skin, manifesting 2-12 weeks later as a localized papule (initial, primary
or 'mother' yaw) before developing into a large non-tender ulcerating nodule, often
resembling a raspberry (hence the name 'framboesia'). The primary lesion is most commonly
located on the legs and ankles may also be found on the buttocks, arms, hands, and
face. It usually heals after 3–6 months and is still present at the onset of the secondary
stage in only a minority (9-15%).;
ICD-11 synonym : Primary framboesia; initial framboesia; mother yaw; initial lesions of yaws; Chancre of yaws;
ICD-11 inclusion : Primary framboesia; Chancre of yaws;
Origin ID : 3933330;
UMLS CUI : C0275990;
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Primary yaws results from primary inoculation of Treponema pallidum subsp. pertenue
into the skin, manifesting 2-12 weeks later as a localized papule (initial, primary
or 'mother' yaw) before developing into a large non-tender ulcerating nodule, often
resembling a raspberry (hence the name 'framboesia'). The primary lesion is most commonly
located on the legs and ankles may also be found on the buttocks, arms, hands, and
face. It usually heals after 3–6 months and is still present at the onset of the secondary
stage in only a minority (9-15%).
