ICD-Code M67.32: Transient synovitis Upper arm
The thin membrane of a joint capsule or a tendon sheath in your upper arm or elbow has become inflamed.
3 bones meet at the elbow. These are the humerus and the two bones in the forearm. The forearm bones are called the ulna and the radius. The ulna and radius are each connected to the humerus via their own joint. This helps a person to bend and stretch their arm. A third joint in the elbow connects the ulna with the radius. This allows a person to rotate the forearm inwards and outwards. This movement is needed, for example, when screwing in a light bulb.
Joints are encased in a joint capsule.A tendon sheath is a covering for the tendon. It cushions the tendon and contains a small amount of fluid. This reduces friction between the tendon and its surroundings.Joint capsules and tendon sheaths have a thin membrane lining inside.
Inflammations of the thin membrane of joint capsules or tendon sheaths can be caused by pathogens or toxic substances.
When the thin membrane of a joint capsule or tendon sheath becomes inflamed, it can be painful. It may also be that you are no longer able to move the affected area of your body properly.
Additional indicator
On medical documents, the ICD code is often appended by letters that indicate the diagnostic certainty or the affected side of the body.
- G: Confirmed diagnosis
- V: Tentative diagnosis
- Z: Condition after
- A: Excluded diagnosis
- L: Left
- R: Right
- B: Both sides
Note
This information is not intended for self-diagnosis and does not replace professional medical advice from a doctor. If you find an ICD code on a personal medical document, please also note the additional indicator used for diagnostic confidence.Your doctor will assist you with any health-related questions and explain the ICD diagnosis code to you in a direct consultation if necessary.
Source
The explanation of the ICD code was provided by the non-profit organization “Was hab’ ich?” gemeinnützige GmbH on behalf of the Federal Ministry of Health (BMG).