Term info
database cross reference
- MSH:D017192
- SNOMEDCT_US:385627004
- UMLS:C0007642
- MSH:D002481
- UMLS:C0162627
- SNOMEDCT_US:128045006
- SNOMEDCT_US:128936008
Subsets
hposlim_core
comment
In contrast to impetigo, which is a very superficial skin infection, cellulitis involves both the dermis and the underlying subcutaneous tissue.
created by
doelkens
creation date
2010-12-30T10:11:51Z
definition
A bacterial infection and inflammation of the skin und subcutaneous tissues.
has alternative id
HP:0003553
has exact synonym
Bacterial infection of skin, Skin infection
has related synonym
Skin infections
id
HP:0100658