Y60-Y69: Misadventures to patients during surgical and medical care
Y62: Failure of sterile precautions during surgical and medical care
The group of conditions described by ICD-10 code range Y62, "Failure of sterile precautions during surgical and medical care," generally refers to infections that occur as a result of improper sterilization procedures during medical interventions. These conditions are typically transmitted when surgical instruments, medical equipment, or the healthcare environment are not adequately sterilized, allowing bacteria or other pathogens to enter the body. Common signs and symptoms include redness, swelling, and fever, but the exact symptoms can vary depending on the specific infection and the affected organ or body part. Disease progression for these conditions can be fast or slow based on the virulence (strength) of the infectious agent and the patient's overall health. If left untreated, they may lead to serious complications or organ damage. Since these conditions may impact any bodily system, vigilance is crucial to detect and address them quickly.
Subcodes of Y62:
- Y62.0: During surgical operation
- Y62.1: During infusion or transfusion
- Y62.2: During kidney dialysis or other perfusion
- Y62.3: During injection or immunization
- Y62.4: During endoscopic examination
- Y62.5: During heart catheterization
- Y62.6: During aspiration, puncture and other catheterization
- Y62.8: During other surgical and medical care
- Y62.9: During unspecified surgical and medical care
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