Arcus senilis - External and Internal Eye
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Synopsis
Arcus senilis is associated with lipid deposition within the corneal stroma. It manifests clinically as annular blue, grey, or white deposits within the periphery of the cornea with a distinct clear perilimbic zone. Its prevalence increases with age. Early onset may be associated with hypercholesterolemia. The same condition in younger patients is known as arcus juvenilis.
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ICD10CM:
H18.419 – Arcus senilis, unspecified eye
SNOMEDCT:
18735004 – Arcus senilis
H18.419 – Arcus senilis, unspecified eye
SNOMEDCT:
18735004 – Arcus senilis
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Last Updated:01/11/2022