📋Overview
Arachnoiditis is a chronic inflammatory condition affecting the arachnoid mater, one of the membranes surrounding the spinal cord and nerves. It is characterized by inflammation and scarring that can cause nerve root irritation and adhesions. The term 'arachnoiditis' is still current and widely used in medical practice.
Medical codes (for reference)
UMLS CUI: C0003708ICD-10-CM
G03
MeSH
D001100
SNOMED CT (US)
8217007
Codes are provided for reference and interoperability. They are not a diagnosis.
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