Paralytic calcification and ossification of muscle, left thigh
ICD-10 M61.252 is a billable code used to indicate a diagnosis of paralytic calcification and ossification of muscle, left thigh.
Paralytic calcification and ossification of muscle, specifically in the left thigh, is a condition characterized by the abnormal deposition of calcium salts and bone-like tissue within the muscle. This condition often arises following muscle paralysis due to various underlying neuromuscular disorders, trauma, or prolonged immobilization. The calcification process can lead to stiffness, pain, and reduced mobility in the affected limb. Patients may present with muscle weakness, and the condition can be associated with myositis, where inflammation of the muscle tissue occurs. Diagnosis typically involves imaging studies such as X-rays or MRI to visualize the calcified areas, alongside a thorough clinical evaluation to determine the underlying cause of muscle paralysis. Treatment may include physical therapy, pain management, and in some cases, surgical intervention to remove the calcified tissue. Understanding the etiology and progression of this condition is crucial for effective management and rehabilitation.
Detailed imaging reports and clinical notes outlining the extent of calcification and any associated injuries.
Patients with post-traumatic muscle calcification or those with immobilization due to orthopedic procedures.
Orthopedic specialists should ensure that all relevant imaging and clinical findings are documented to support the diagnosis.
Comprehensive neurological evaluations and history of neuromuscular disorders leading to paralysis.
Patients with neuromuscular diseases presenting with muscle weakness and subsequent calcification.
Neurologists must document the progression of the neuromuscular condition and its impact on muscle function.
Used when imaging is required to assess calcification in the left thigh muscle.
Radiology report must clearly indicate the findings of calcification.
Orthopedic and neurology specialists should ensure imaging is linked to the diagnosis.
Paralytic calcification is primarily caused by muscle paralysis due to various conditions, including trauma, neuromuscular diseases, or prolonged immobilization.
