21940-2
ClinicalSurgery reconstruction
Definition
The surgical procedure done to reconstruct, restore, or improve the shape and appearance or function of body structures that are missing, defective, damaged, or misshapen by cancer or therapies.
LOINC 6-Axis Classification
Component
Surgery reconstruction
Property
Prid
Time Aspect
Pt
System
Surgical procedure
Scale Type
Nom
Method Type
N/A
Details
Class
TUMRRGT
Order/Observation
N/A
Short Name
Surgery reconstruction
Related Names
Frequently Asked Questions
What is LOINC code 21940-2?
LOINC code 21940-2 identifies "Surgery reconstruction". The surgical procedure done to reconstruct, restore, or improve the shape and appearance or function of body structures that are missing, defective, damaged, or misshapen by cancer or therapies.
What does 21940-2 measure?
This code measures Surgery reconstruction 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.