Failed attempted abortion complicated by damage to pelvic organs or tissues

This code signifies complications arising from an unsuccessful attempt to terminate a pregnancy, specifically when there is injury to the pelvic organs or surrounding tissues. This includes damage to structures such as the uterus, fallopian tubes, ovaries, bladder, or bowel, resulting from the attempted abortion procedure.

Use this code when documentation clearly indicates a failed attempted abortion and specifies damage to pelvic structures. This typically applies in cases where a patient presents with symptoms like hemorrhage, infection, or organ perforation following an incomplete or unsuccessful abortion attempt. Documentation should detail the nature of the pelvic injury.

• Ensure documentation explicitly states both the "failed attempted abortion" and the specific "damage to pelvic organs or tissues."
• Code any resulting infections or other complications separately, linking them to this primary complication.
• Distinguish from spontaneous abortion with complications, as this code specifically refers to an attempted procedure.