Abnormal Fetal Skin Morphology C5676645
An abnormal appearance of fetal skin seen on ultrasound or examination. This finding may be associated with genetic conditions and warrants additional prenatal evaluation to determine the cause.
Key facts at a glance
- ICD-10
- L98.9
- ICD-11
- EA00.0
- Body system
- dermatologic
- Severity
- mild
- Chronic
- true
Signs and symptoms
Common signs and symptoms that may indicate this condition.
Warning signs - seek immediate care
Fetal skin edema
Fluid accumulation beneath fetal skin, visible as swelling on ultrasound
Seek immediate obstetric evaluation as this may indicate underlying fetal complications
Intrauterine growth restriction
Reduced fetal growth rate potentially associated with skin abnormalities
Urgent obstetric assessment required to evaluate fetal well-being
Visible skin lesions
(dermatologic)Abnormal patches or areas of skin visible during prenatal ultrasound examination
Frequency: 80-90% of patients
Abnormal skin thickness
(dermatologic)Thickened or thinned areas of fetal skin detected on ultrasound
Frequency: 60-70% of patients
Skin discoloration
(dermatologic)Abnormal pigmentation or color changes in fetal skin visible on imaging
Frequency: 50-60% of patients
Abnormal skin texture
(dermatologic)Irregular or unusual skin surface texture detected during ultrasound
Frequency: 45-55% of patients
Skin nodules or masses
(dermatologic)Localized growths or masses on fetal skin identified on imaging
Frequency: 20-30% of patients
Reduced fetal movements
(neurologic)Decreased fetal movement perception potentially related to skin restrictions
Frequency: 5-10% of patients
Polyhydramnios
(gastrointestinal)Excessive amniotic fluid volume sometimes associated with fetal skin abnormalities
Frequency: 5-10% of patients
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