Hereditary lymphedema and yellow nails
A rare condition characterized by the presence of yellow nails, lymphedema, and/or pleural effusion with respiratory tract involvement. Abnormal lymphatic network may play a role in its etiology. Occasionally inherited, yellow nail syndrome mostly is sporadic without apparent family history.
A rare syndrome characterized by the presence of thickened yellow nails, lymphedema, and respiratory abnormalities, including pleural effusion, bronchiectasis, chronic sinusitis, and persistent cough. Some cases are associated with mutations in the foxc2 gene.
L60.5 is a billable/specific ICD-10-CM code that can be used to indicate a diagnosis for reimbursement purposes.
The 2023 edition of ICD-10-CM L60.5 became effective on October 1, 2022.
This is the American ICD-10-CM version of L60.5 – other international versions of ICD-10 L60.5 may differ.