A Low Anterior Resection is an operation to remove rectal cancers which are very low in the pelvis but not low enough to warrant surgery on the rectal sphincters. In surgical terms, this means at least 2 cm margin from the levator ani.
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The CPT code for a robotic low anterior bowel resection is typically 44204. This code specifically refers to a laparoscopic colectomy, including robotic assistance, for the resection of the rectum and sigmoid colon. However, it's important to verify with the latest coding guidelines or a coding specialist, as codes may vary based on specific surgical details and updates in coding practices.
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i had a laparoscopic low anterior resection in October 2010. I reasonably had and x-ray done and found out that there was 2 surgical clips projected overlying the pelvic inlet centrally. Could you tell me if this is normal to leave the clips in the body?
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A bowel resection is a surgical procedure in which a part of the large or small intestine is removed
Transurethral resection
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Removal of cartilage is sometimes referred to as a conchal resection.
Myocardial resection is done to improve the stability of the heart function or rhythm. Also known as endocardial resection, this open-heart surgery is done to destroy or remove damaged areas.
TURP is the abbreviation for a transurethral resection of the prostate. The procedure is done to remove a section of the prostate.