Y81.0: General- and plastic-surgery devices associated with adverse incidents : diagnostic and monitoring devices

The ICD-10 code Y81.0 refers to situations where general and plastic surgery devices, used for diagnostic and monitoring purposes, are associated with adverse incidents. In medical terms, an adverse incident is an event that causes, or has the potential to cause, unexpected or unwanted effects involving the safety of device users including patients. This could happen due to a malfunction, failure, or incompatibility of the device or even an error in usage or procedure. The effects of these incidents could range from mild discomfort to severe injury, depending upon the nature of the incident. The most common symptoms could include physical discomfort, pain, inflammation, or an unexpected change in patient's health status. In severe cases, it could lead to serious illness and complications. Devices associated with Y81.0 are typically used in surgical settings, their malfunctions could potentially affect any system of the body, depending on the nature of the surgical procedure and the specific type of device involved.