73759-3
SurveysHysterotomy or hysterectomy was performed at delivery [US Standard Report of Fetal Death]
Definition
Hysterotomy is the incision into the uterus extending into the uterine cavity, which may be performed vaginally or transabdominally. Hysterectomy is the surgical removal of the uterus, which may be performed abdominally or vaginally. This code is applicable to fetal deaths only.
LOINC 6-Axis Classification
Component
Hysterotomy or hysterectomy was performed at delivery
Property
Find
Time Aspect
Pt
System
^Patient
Scale Type
Ord
Method Type
US standard report of fetal death
Details
Class
SURVEY.CDC
Order/Observation
Observation
Related Names
Frequently Asked Questions
What is LOINC code 73759-3?
LOINC code 73759-3 identifies "Hysterotomy or hysterectomy was performed at delivery [US Standard Report of Fetal Death]". Hysterotomy is the incision into the uterus extending into the uterine cavity, which may be performed vaginally or transabdominally. Hysterectomy is the surgical removal of the uterus, which may be performed abdominally or vaginally. This code is applicable to fetal deaths only.
What does 73759-3 measure?
This code measures Hysterotomy or hysterectomy was performed at delivery in ^Patient. It belongs to the SURVEY.CDC class in the LOINC classification.
What is LOINC?
LOINC (Logical Observation Identifiers Names and Codes) is a universal standard for identifying laboratory and clinical observations. It is maintained by the Regenstrief Institute and used worldwide for health data exchange.