Exposure of implanted urethral mesh into urethra, sequela

This code describes a long-term complication where a previously implanted surgical mesh, used to support the urethra, has eroded or migrated and is now visible or palpable within the urethral lumen. This exposure can lead to chronic irritation, pain, infection, or urinary symptoms. It signifies a persistent or late-onset issue stemming from the original mesh placement.

Use this code for patients presenting with symptoms or findings directly related to urethral mesh exposure, such as dysuria, hematuria, recurrent UTIs, or palpable mesh within the urethra, when these issues are a sequela of the initial mesh implantation. This code is appropriate for chronic or late-developing complications, not acute post-operative events.

• Requires a seventh character "S" for sequela, indicating a complication that is a late effect of the initial injury or condition.
• Always code the underlying reason for the original mesh implantation (e.g., stress urinary incontinence) as an additional diagnosis, if still relevant.
• Do not use for acute post-operative complications; those would fall under other T83.xx codes or specific complication codes.