Embolism and thrombosis of iliac artery

This code represents the blockage of an iliac artery due to an embolus (a traveling clot or foreign body) or a thrombus (a clot formed in situ). This condition restricts blood flow to the lower extremities and pelvic organs, potentially leading to ischemia and tissue damage.

Use this code when documentation specifies an embolism or thrombosis affecting any segment of the iliac artery (common, external, or internal). This applies to acute or chronic occlusions identified through imaging studies (e.g., angiography, CT, MRI) or surgical findings.

• Specify laterality if documented (left, right, or bilateral) using appropriate secondary codes.
• Distinguish between embolism and thrombosis if the documentation provides this detail, although this code covers both.
• Consider additional codes for associated conditions like peripheral artery disease (PAD) or complications such as gangrene.