Malignant neoplasm of right broad ligament

This code signifies a primary cancerous tumor originating in the right broad ligament, a fold of peritoneum that extends from the sides of the uterus to the walls of the pelvis. These neoplasms are typically sarcomas or carcinomas and can present with pelvic pain, abnormal bleeding, or a palpable mass.

Use this code when documentation explicitly states a malignant neoplasm of the right broad ligament. This diagnosis is typically confirmed through biopsy and histopathological examination. It is appropriate for both initial diagnosis and subsequent encounters for active treatment of the primary malignancy.

• Ensure laterality is clearly documented as "right" to support this specific code.
• Distinguish from secondary or metastatic malignancies to the broad ligament, which would be coded differently.
• Sequence this code as the primary diagnosis when the patient is receiving active treatment for this specific malignancy.