T85.613S
ICD-10-CMBreakdown (mechanical) of artificial skin graft and decellularized allodermis, sequela
This code signifies a long-term complication involving the mechanical failure or deterioration of an artificial skin graft or decellularized allodermis. This breakdown can manifest as detachment, tearing, or disintegration of the implanted material, occurring after the initial healing phase. It represents a persistent issue stemming from the original graft or allodermis placement.
Use this code when documenting a patient presenting with a mechanical failure of an artificial skin graft or decellularized allodermis that is a sequela of the original procedure. This applies to situations where the breakdown is a late effect, not an acute complication during the immediate post-operative period. Examples include a patient returning months or years later with a chronic wound due to the graft detaching or disintegrating.
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