Table 1.

Additional skin classifications.

Category	Description
Category A Alterations to intact skin	Alterations to intact skin. Please specify with sub-category code:
	001 = Blanching redness which persists	011 = Papery thin
	002 = Bruising – red hue	012 = Cracks/calloused
	003 = Bruising – purple hue	013 = Spongy
	004 = Scar	014 = Macerated
	005 = Oedema	015 = Scratches
	006 = Cellulitis	016 = Rash
	007 = Lymphodema	017 = Scab
	008 = Discoloration – ischaemia	018 = Induration
	009 = Discoloration – cyanosis	019 = Heat
	010 = Dry/flaky	999 = None of the above, please describe
Category N/A Not applicable	Specify with sub-category code:
	001 = Amputation	007 = Device-related ulcer
	002 = Bandage in situ	008 = Surgical wound/bruising
	003 = Cast in situ	009 = Traumatic wound/bruising
	004 = Dressing in situ	010 = Dermatological skin condition e.g. eczema
	005 = Incontinence associated dermatitis	011 = Unable to assess
	006 = Other chronic wound	999 = None of the above, please describe