Localized anterior staphyloma, right eye

This code describes a localized bulging or protrusion of the anterior sclera (the white outer layer of the eye) in the right eye, which is thinned and lined by uveal tissue. This condition typically results from a weakening of the scleral wall, often due to inflammation or trauma, allowing the underlying uvea to herniate through.

Use this code when documentation specifies a localized anterior staphyloma affecting the right eye. This diagnosis is typically made during an ophthalmic examination, noting the characteristic bulging of the anterior sclera. Supporting documentation should include findings from a slit lamp examination or other imaging studies confirming the location and nature of the staphyloma.

• Ensure the documentation clearly specifies "anterior" and "localized" to differentiate from other types of staphyloma.
• Verify the laterality is explicitly stated as "right eye" to avoid incorrect assignment.
• Do not confuse with ectasia, which is a broader term for corneal or scleral thinning and bulging without uveal lining.