CPT® Code 35002

Direct repair of aneurysm, pseudoaneurysm, or excision (partial or total) and graft insertion, with or without patch graft; for ruptured aneurysm, carotid, subclavian artery, by neck incision

The CPT® Code 35002 refers to the surgical procedure involving the direct repair of a ruptured aneurysm or pseudoaneurysm of the carotid or subclavian artery. This procedure may also include the excision of the aneurysm, either partially or totally, along with the insertion of a graft, which may or may not involve a patch graft. Aneurysms are characterized by an abnormal enlargement or dilation of an artery, which can arise from various causes, including arteriosclerosis, mechanical obstructions, or abnormalities in the vessel wall. Pseudoaneurysms, on the other hand, are not true aneurysms as they do not involve all three layers of the arterial wall and are often the result of trauma or procedural complications. The surgical approach typically involves a neck incision to access the affected artery, allowing for the necessary repairs or grafting to restore normal blood flow. This procedure is classified as an emergency intervention due to the nature of a ruptured aneurysm, which requires immediate attention to control bleeding and prevent further complications.