44961-1
ClinicalHomans sign of Lower extremity - right
Definition
Early sign in venous thrombosis of deep veins of calf. Passive dorsiflexion of foot with straight knee may give pain in the calf and back of the knee when there is a deep venous thrombosis.
LOINC 6-Axis Classification
Component
Homans sign
Property
Find
Time Aspect
Pt
System
Lower extremity.right
Scale Type
Ord
Method Type
N/A
Details
Class
H&P.PX
Order/Observation
Observation
Short Name
Homans sign LE-R
Related Names
Frequently Asked Questions
What is LOINC code 44961-1?
LOINC code 44961-1 identifies "Homans sign of Lower extremity - right". Early sign in venous thrombosis of deep veins of calf. Passive dorsiflexion of foot with straight knee may give pain in the calf and back of the knee when there is a deep venous thrombosis.
What does 44961-1 measure?
This code measures Homans sign in Lower extremity.right. It belongs to the H&P.PX 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.