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Endoscopic foreign body retrieval refers to the removal of ingested objects from the esophagus, stomach and duodenum by endoscopic techniques. It does not involve surgery, but rather encompasses a variety of techniques employed through the gastroscope for grasping foreign bodies, manipulating them, and removing them while protecting the esophagus and trachea. [1]
Removal of foreign body from posterior segment of eye ( 14.1 ) Diagnostic procedures on retina , choroid , vitreous , and posterior chamber ( 14.2 ) Destruction of lesion of retina and choroid
930 Foreign body on external eye; 931 Foreign body, ear; 932 Foreign body, nose; 933 Foreign body in pharynx and larynx; 934 Foreign body in trachea, bronchus, and lung; 935 Foreign body in mouth, esophagus, and stomach; 936 Foreign body, intestine/colon; 937 Foreign body, anus/rectum; 938 Foreign body in digestive system, unspecified; 939 ...
Foreign bodies commonly impact in the lower oesophagus, and removal of these by pushing them into the stomach has been practised since the Middle Ages. [11] Foreign body retrieval, using forceps and magnets, has been practised since the time of rigid oesophagoscopy and bronchoscopy. [citation needed]
CPT II codes describe clinical components usually included in evaluation and management of clinical services and are not associated with any relative value. Category II codes are reviewed by the Performance Measures Advisory Group (PMAG), an advisory body to the CPT Editorial Panel and the CPT/HCPAC Advisory Committee.
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Removal of foreign bodies (e.g., food) that have been ingested; Tamponade of bleeding esophageal varices with a balloon; Application of photodynamic therapy for treatment of esophageal malignancies; Endoscopic drainage of pancreatic pseudocyst; Tightening the lower esophageal sphincter; Dilating or stenting of stenosis or achalasia
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