71489-9
ClinicalRight eye Macular edema by Ophthalmoscopy
Definition
Macular edema is retinal thickening caused by the accumulation of intercellular fluid from leaking blood vessels. This results in some apparent retinal thickening or hard exudates in posterior pole.
LOINC 6-Axis Classification
Component
Macular edema
Property
Find
Time Aspect
Pt
System
Eye.right
Scale Type
Ord
Method Type
Ophthalmoscopy
Details
Class
EYE.PX
Order/Observation
Observation
Short Name
R eye Macular edema Ophthalmoscopy
Related Names
Frequently Asked Questions
What is LOINC code 71489-9?
LOINC code 71489-9 identifies "Right eye Macular edema by Ophthalmoscopy". Macular edema is retinal thickening caused by the accumulation of intercellular fluid from leaking blood vessels. This results in some apparent retinal thickening or hard exudates in posterior pole.
What does 71489-9 measure?
This code measures Macular edema in Eye.right. It belongs to the EYE.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.