Sternotomy Scar

Preferred Label : Sternotomy Scar;

NCIt definition : Replacement of destroyed tissue by fibrous tissue due to a surgical procedure where a vertical inline incision is made along the sternum, after which the sternum itself is divided. (ACC/AHA);

Alternative definition : ACC/AHA: Replacement of destroyed tissue by fibrous tissue due to a surgical procedure where a vertical inline incision is made along the sternum, after which the sternum itself is divided.;

NCI Metathesaurus CUI : CL972718;

Details

Origin ID

C168440;

UMLS CUI

C5238872;

Has associated anatomic sites
- Integumentary System [NCIt concept]
Semantic type(s)
- Finding [UMLS semantic type]
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- ACC/AHA Pediatric and Congenital Cardiology EHR Terminology [NCIt concept]
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- Cutaneous Involvement [NCIt concept]
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- Skin [NCIt concept]

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