81169-5
ClinicalResidual tumor [Interpretation] Cancer Narrative --postoperative
Definition
The surgeon's opinion on the existence of local residual cancer following an operative procedure. The interpretation may contain the overall completeness of resection of the tumor, including evidence of residual disease at surgical margins or within regions in which resection has not been attempted.
LOINC 6-Axis Classification
Component
Residual tumor^postoperative
Property
Imp
Time Aspect
Pt
System
Cancer.XXX
Scale Type
Nar
Method Type
N/A
Details
Class
SURG
Order/Observation
Observation
Short Name
Residual tumor Postop Imp Cancer
Related Names
Frequently Asked Questions
What is LOINC code 81169-5?
LOINC code 81169-5 identifies "Residual tumor [Interpretation] Cancer Narrative --postoperative". The surgeon's opinion on the existence of local residual cancer following an operative procedure. The interpretation may contain the overall completeness of resection of the tumor, including evidence of residual disease at surgical margins or within regions in which resection has not been attempted.
What does 81169-5 measure?
This code measures Residual tumor^postoperative in Cancer.XXX. It belongs to the SURG 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.