Erosion of implanted urtl bulk agnt organ or tissue, sequela

This code signifies a long-term complication where an implanted bulking agent, used to treat conditions like vesicoureteral reflux or urinary incontinence, has eroded into adjacent organs or tissues. This erosion indicates a persistent or residual effect of the initial complication, rather than an acute event.

Use this code for patients presenting with symptoms or findings related to the historical erosion of a ureteral bulking agent into surrounding structures, such as the bladder, rectum, or vagina. This code is appropriate when the erosion itself is no longer an active process but has left lasting sequelae requiring ongoing management.

• Requires a seventh character "S" to indicate sequela, meaning the complication's effects are being treated.
• Do not use for acute or active erosion; reserve for documented long-term consequences.
• Code any associated symptoms or conditions caused by the sequela in addition to this code.