72370-0
ClinicalArea of identified wound bed appearance/Area of wound bed of Wound base
Definition
The percent of the wound bed appearance is the area of identified wound bed appearance (necrotic, sloughing, etc.; see LOINC 72371-8) compared to the total area of the wound bed. For example, 40% of the wound bed is necrotic. Results can either be subjective or measured.
LOINC 6-Axis Classification
Component
Area of identified wound bed appearance/Area of wound bed
Property
ArArea
Time Aspect
Pt
System
Wound.base
Scale Type
Qn
Method Type
N/A
Details
Class
H&P.PX
Order/Observation
Observation
Short Name
Wound bed appear % Area of Wnd base
Related Names
Frequently Asked Questions
What is LOINC code 72370-0?
LOINC code 72370-0 identifies "Area of identified wound bed appearance/Area of wound bed of Wound base". The percent of the wound bed appearance is the area of identified wound bed appearance (necrotic, sloughing, etc.; see LOINC 72371-8) compared to the total area of the wound bed. For example, 40% of the wound bed is necrotic. Results can either be subjective or measured.
What does 72370-0 measure?
This code measures Area of identified wound bed appearance/Area of wound bed in Wound.base. 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.