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0586T Open islet cell transplant

Category III

Also known as: Open islet transplant

Open surgical islet cell transplantation performed through a traditional large abdominal incision. This Category III code represents the conventional approach to islet cell transplantation.

Clinical Context

Used for Type 1 diabetic patients undergoing islet cell transplantation via open surgical approach when percutaneous or laparoscopic approaches are not feasible.

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Specialties

General SurgeryTransplant Surgery

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