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Pelvic Embolization 37242

Date: May 6, 2014

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I have a case, and I don't know if there are too many codes for this one. Please let me know if I have the correct codes: 37242 x 2, 75736 x 2, and 36247 x 2. Cervical ectopic pregnancy; selective catheterization of the left iliac artery is performed. DSA imaging is performed followed by superselective catheterization of the left uterine artery. There is hypervascularity of the uterus, in keeping with the patient's gravid state. Increased flow is noted in the region of the cervix. Embolization is performed with PVA particles and embolization coils until near stasis is achieved. Next, catheter is advanced to the right internal iliac artery, and DSA imaging is performed. Similarly, superselective catheterization of the right uterine artery is performed followed by similar embolization. The patient tolerated procedure well. There are no immediate procedure related complications. Hypervascular uterus. Successful bilateral uterine artery embolization."

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