Coma bullae in Child
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They occur in comatose or immobile patients at points of maximum pressure and in patients with neurologic disorders. They form within 48-72 hours after the immobility. They can be skin colored or red / purple from hemorrhage. Coma bullae have been associated with barbiturate overdose.
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L13.8 – Other specified bullous disorders
SNOMEDCT:
339008 – Blister
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