MAXIMUM DIMENSION DIAMETER OF SKIN LESION CODE
A code to identify the maximum dimension / diameter of the Lesion using the Royal College of Pathologists approved range during a Skin Cancer Care Spell.
Format / Length
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Description
MAXIMUM DIMENSION DIAMETER OF SKIN LESION CODE is the same as attribute
MAXIMUM DIMENSION DIAMETER OF SKIN LESION CODE.
Note: This item does not adhere to NHS England Data Design Principles but cannot be changed for this version of the data set as it is included in the Royal College of Pathologists data set only. It should not be used in any other data set until the Data Design Principles are met.
National Codes
| Code | Description |
|---|---|
| 1 | Less than or equal to 20mm |
| 2 | Greater than 20mm but less than or equal to 40mm |
| 3 | Greater than 40mm |
| 4 | Uncertain |
Default Codes
| Code | Description |
|---|---|
| X | Cannot be assessed |
Also Known As
This Data Element is also known by these names:
| Context | Alias |
|---|---|
| Plural | MAXIMUM DIMENSION DIAMETER OF SKIN LESION CODES |
Where Used
| Type | Link | How used |
|---|---|---|
| Data Set | Cancer Outcomes and Services Data Set - Pathology: Skin | references in description MAXIMUM DIMENSION DIAMETER OF SKIN LESION CODE |