AutoICD API

21938-6

Clinical

Surgical approach

Definition

The method used to approach the site of surgery.

LOINC 6-Axis Classification

Component

Surgical approach

Property

Type

Time Aspect

Pt

System

Surgical procedure

Scale Type

Nom

Method Type

N/A

Details

Class

TUMRRGT

Order/Observation

N/A

Short Name

Surgical approach

Related Names

NominalOncologyPoint in timeRandomSurgTUMOR REGISTRY(NAACCR)Typ

Frequently Asked Questions

What is LOINC code 21938-6?

LOINC code 21938-6 identifies "Surgical approach". The method used to approach the site of surgery.

What does 21938-6 measure?

This code measures Surgical approach in Surgical procedure. It belongs to the TUMRRGT class in the LOINC classification.

What is LOINC?

LOINC (Logical Observation Identifiers Names and Codes) is a universal standard for identifying laboratory and clinical observations. It is maintained by the Regenstrief Institute and used worldwide for health data exchange.