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ICD-9-CM
998.31

ICD-9-CM Code 998.31

Official Description

Disruption of internal operation (surgical) wound

Disruption or dehiscence of closure of:
fascia, superficial or muscular; internal organ; muscle or muscle flap; ribs or rib cage; skull or craniotomy; sternum or sternotomy; tendon or ligament
Deep disruption or dehiscence of operation wound NOS
Excludes: complications of internal anastomosis of: gastrointestinal tract (997.49), urinary tract (997.5)
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