Y61: Foreign object accidentally left in body during surgical and medical care
Y61.5: During heart catheterization
During heart catheterization, a long, thin, flexible tube called a catheter is inserted into a large blood vessel that leads to your heart. Through this procedure, doctors can perform diagnostic tests and treatments on the heart. The ICD-10 code Y61.5 refers to incidents where foreign objects unintentionally get left in the body during this procedure. Though this is a rare occurrence, if it does happen, it can cause serious complications such as infection, blood clots, or damage to the blood vessel or heart. Symptoms can vary based on the location and nature of the retained object, but may include pain, swelling, abnormal heart rhythms, or reduced blood flow. Immediate medical intervention is typically required to safely remove the object and treat any resulting complications.
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