ICD-Code Q78.4: Enchondromatosis
You have a condition that causes multiple growths of new tissue inside your bones.
Bone tissue or cartilage tissue multiplies in the affected sites. These new tissue growth typically occur in the bones of the hands, arms, legs or feet. However, other bones may also be affected. The new tissue growth is caused by changes in the genetic information within the affected tissue.
The affected bones may take on an abnormal shape or become bowed or curved due to the increased tissue. If new tissue grows near a joint, it may alter the shape of the affected joint. This may make it more difficult to move. Bone growth may be inhibited, causing the affected bones to be shorter than normal. There may also be increased bone fractures.
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).