99583-7
SurveysLysholm Knee Scoring Scale [LKSS]
Definition
The Lysholm Knee Scoring Scale assesses improvement, be it post-injury or post-surgery, in eight aspects of knee functionality: limp while walking, locking, pain, climbing stairs, use of support, instability, swelling and squatting. It is often used in conjunction with the Tegner Activity Scale [LOINC:99283-4] [PMID:19307332]
LOINC 6-Axis Classification
Component
Lysholm Knee Scoring Scale
Property
-
Time Aspect
Pt
System
^Patient
Scale Type
-
Method Type
LKSS
Details
Class
PANEL.SURVEY.LKSS
Order/Observation
Order
Related Names
Frequently Asked Questions
What is LOINC code 99583-7?
LOINC code 99583-7 identifies "Lysholm Knee Scoring Scale [LKSS]". The Lysholm Knee Scoring Scale assesses improvement, be it post-injury or post-surgery, in eight aspects of knee functionality: limp while walking, locking, pain, climbing stairs, use of support, instability, swelling and squatting. It is often used in conjunction with the Tegner Activity Scale [LOINC:99283-4] [PMID:19307332]
What does 99583-7 measure?
This code measures Lysholm Knee Scoring Scale in ^Patient. It belongs to the PANEL.SURVEY.LKSS 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.