Cutaneous or subcutaneous xanthomata

Definition

An abnormal accumulation of lipid in the skin or soft tissues, most frequently due to an associated dyslipidaemia.

Exclusions

• Benign cephalic histiocytosis (EE81)

5 subordinate codes

• EB90.20Plane xanthoma
• EB90.21Tuberous xanthoma
• EB90.22Eruptive xanthoma
• EB90.23Tendinous xanthoma
• 4B4ZDiseases of the immune system, unspecified

Nearby in Dermatoses resulting from disturbed metabolic processes

• EB90.0Diabetic skin lesions
• EB90.1Cutaneous mucinosis
• EB90.3Porphyria or pseudoporphyria affecting the skin
• EB90.4Calcification of skin or subcutaneous tissue