📋Overview
Bone spurs, medically known as osteophytes, are bony projections that develop along the edges of bones, often where bones meet at joints. They are commonly associated with joint degeneration, particularly osteoarthritis, and can cause pain or restrict movement if they impinge on surrounding tissues. The term 'bone spur' is a descriptive legacy term; the preferred medical term is 'osteophyte.'
Medical codes (for reference)
UMLS CUI: C1956089ICD-10-CM
M25.7M77.9
MeSH
D054850
SNOMED CT (US)
88998003235231000119100
Codes are provided for reference and interoperability. They are not a diagnosis.
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