Y81.3: General- and plastic-surgery devices associated with adverse incidents : surgical instruments, materials and devices (including sutures)

The condition identified as Y81.3 relates to adverse incidents associated with general and plastic surgery devices. This encompasses an array of surgical instruments, materials, and devices inclusive of sutures. An adverse incident in this context involves any unfavorable event that happens during surgery or post-surgery, linked to the equipment used during the operation. This could potentially include the breakdown or malfunctioning of surgical instruments, allergic reactions to suture material, or improper use of devices. Symptoms of such incidents could range from excessive pain and swelling to infections at the site of surgery, delayed healing, or unusual discharge. It's important to note that the specific symptoms and severity would depend on factors such as the type of device involved, the operation performed, and the patient's overall health status.