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What is the ICD-9 code for an open treatment of a hip fracture of proximal end with prosthetic femoral hip replacement?
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996.47 "Other mechanical complications of other internal orthopedic device, implant, and graft...Prosthetic joint implant failure NOS"
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If you have the tipia fracture how can you treat and which joint fixed according to this fracture?
the tibia is commonly referred to as the shin bone- if fractured at the distal end, it would involve the ankle- immobilization w/ a splint (casting) is the usual treatment. A tibial fracture at the proximal end -near the knee is more complex and may require surgery. All fractures of bones require immobilization of the affected portion to heal initially.
What is the medical term meaning multiple broken finger bones?
Phalangeal fractures or fractured Phalanges is the term for multiple broken finger bones.Finger bones are phalanges.Phalangeal fracture
What type of proteins require a covalent bonded prosthetic group to function properly?
Proteins such as haemoglobin and myoglobin which require haem groups covalently bonded to the proximal histidine (HisF8) residue for O2 binding.
What is the cpt code for a open reduction internal fixation right olecranon fracture?
The CPT code for ORIF of Proximal Ulna (Olecranon) is 24685 according to Courtland Lewis
Cephalomedullary nailing for proximal femoral fractures?
Cephalomedullary nailing for proximal femoral fractures is an acceptable treatment. However, it requires a high degree of skill. Only a trained orthopedic surgeon should attempt the surgery.
Can a compression fracture cause vagus nerve damage?
No. The left and right vagus nerves are located in the lateral portions of the neck, and run from superior (top) to inferior (bottom), proximal (close to) to the carotid arteries, and down into the thoracic cavity. A compression fracture usually will not affect the vagus nerve.
How long does a proximal fracture of th humerus bone take to heal?
It most likely depends on whether you have to have surgery or not. In my case, I did not and just started running again with my doctor's blessing after 12 weeks. I have also since read online that the average humerus fracture takes 12 weeks to heal.
What is the proximal direction of the body?
Proximal means closer to the origin of the limb, so the knee is proximal to the ankle, and the wrist is proximal to the thumb.
Is the head distal or proximal to the shoulders?
Proximal
What can cause proximal renal tubular acidosis to develop?
vitamin D deficiency, kidney transplantation, heavy metal poisoning, and treatment with certain drugs.
Is the ankle is proximal to the foot?
Proximal, anything closer to midsection in proximal (closer) than distal (distant).
Are peyer patches in the proximal or distal intestine?
proximal ?
