Y62: Failure of sterile precautions during surgical and medical care
Y62.0: During surgical operation
The term "During surgical operation," as specified by the ICD-10 Y62.0 code, refers to a circumstance where an adverse event occurs in the course of a surgical procedure. In these cases, an unexpected complication arises during the surgical operation, which is not inherently linked to the patient's pre-existing condition for which the surgery was planned. This could cover a variety of circumstances, including accidents with surgical tools, unforeseen reactions in the patient such as excessive bleeding, or even unexpected findings that complicate the originally intended procedure. It's important to note that such events are not indicative of medical negligence, but are considered inherent risks associated with any form of surgical operation.
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