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Understanding Other Specified Complication of Cardiac and Vascular Prosthetic Devices, Implants and Grafts

Cardiac and vascular prosthetic devices, implants and grafts are used to treat various heart and vascular diseases. These devices are designed to replace damaged or diseased heart valves, arteries, veins, and other cardiac and vascular structures. Although these devices are generally safe and effective, they can sometimes cause complications that can be serious and even life-threatening.

One such complication is "other specified complication of cardiac and vascular prosthetic devices, implants and grafts." This is a catch-all term used to describe a range of complications that are not specifically identified or classified in other categories.

Causes of Other Specified Complication of Cardiac and Vascular Prosthetic Devices, Implants and Grafts

There are several possible causes of other specified complication of cardiac and vascular prosthetic devices, implants and grafts. These include:

1. Device or graft malfunction
2. Infection at the site of the implant or graft
3. Bleeding or hematoma
4. Thrombosis or embolism
5. Migration of the device or graft
6. Rejection or allergic reaction to the device or graft
7. Complications during the implantation or grafting procedure

Symptoms of Other Specified Complication of Cardiac and Vascular Prosthetic Devices, Implants and Grafts

The symptoms of other specified complication of cardiac and vascular prosthetic devices, implants and grafts can vary depending on the specific complication. Some possible symptoms include:

• Chest pain or discomfort
• Difficulty breathing
• Irregular heartbeat
• Swelling or redness at the site of the implant or graft
• Unexplained fever or chills
• Loss of consciousness or fainting

Treatment of Other Specified Complication of Cardiac and Vascular Prosthetic Devices, Implants and Grafts

Treatment for other specified complication of cardiac and vascular prosthetic devices, implants and grafts depends on the specific complication and its severity. Treatment options may include:

• Removal or replacement of the device or graft
• Antibiotics or other medications to treat infection or prevent blood clots
• Blood transfusions or other medical interventions to address bleeding or hematoma
• Surgical procedures to

  Diagnosis Codes for Other specified complication of cardiac and vascular prosthetic devices, implants and grafts | T82.89

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