Calcification and ossification of muscles associated with burns, unspecified lower leg
ICD-10 M61.369 is a billable code used to indicate a diagnosis of calcification and ossification of muscles associated with burns, unspecified lower leg.
Calcification and ossification of muscles associated with burns in the lower leg is a condition characterized by the abnormal deposition of calcium salts and bone-like tissue in muscle fibers following thermal injury. This condition can arise from the body's response to severe burns, where the healing process may lead to ectopic calcification. Patients may experience muscle stiffness, pain, and reduced mobility in the affected area. The calcification can interfere with normal muscle function, leading to muscle weakness and potential complications such as myositis, which is inflammation of the muscle tissue. The lower leg is particularly susceptible due to its anatomical structure and the potential for significant thermal injury. Diagnosis typically involves imaging studies, such as X-rays or MRI, to visualize the calcified areas, alongside clinical evaluation of muscle strength and function. Treatment may include physical therapy, pain management, and in some cases, surgical intervention to remove calcified tissue if it severely impacts mobility or causes significant discomfort.
Detailed assessment of muscle strength, range of motion, and functional limitations.
Patients recovering from severe burns with muscle stiffness and weakness.
Documentation should include the impact of calcification on rehabilitation goals.
Surgical notes detailing the extent of calcification and any interventions performed.
Surgical removal of calcified muscle tissue in patients with significant functional impairment.
Clear documentation of pre-operative assessments and post-operative outcomes is essential.
Used for rehabilitation of muscle strength in patients with calcification post-burn.
Documentation of the patient's functional limitations and goals of therapy.
Physical therapists should document progress and response to therapy.
Calcification in muscles following burns is primarily due to the body's inflammatory response to tissue injury, leading to abnormal calcium deposition in the affected muscle fibers.
