Scurvy

**Definition:** An acquired blood vessel disorder caused by severe deficiency of vitamin C (ASCORBIC ACID) in the diet leading to defective collagen formation in small blood vessels. Scurvy is characterized by bleeding in any tissue, weakness, ANEMIA, spongy gums, and a brawny induration of the muscles of the calves and legs.

**Tree numbers:** - C14.907.454.800 - C15.378.463.515.800 - C18.654.521.500.133.115.661

**Synonyms:** - Scorbutus - Hypoascorbemia