Stretch marks
International Classification of Diseases for Mortality and Morbidity Statistics, 11th Revision, v2024-01
Linear scars attributable to rupture of the normal dermal matrix from distension by abnormal physical forces (pregnancy, obesity, pubertal growth spurt), increased collagenase activity (corticosteroids) or as a result of genetically abnormal dermal matrix proteins.
sections/codes in this section (EE40.1-EE40.1)
- Stretch marks of pregnancy (EE40.10)
- Stretch marks of other specified aetiology (EE40.1Y)
- Stretch marks, unspecified (EE40.1Z)
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