Bursectomy

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Intervention: Bursectomy
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ICD-9 code:	83.5
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A bursa is a small sac filled with synovial fluid that cushions adjacent structures and reduces friction. Bursectomy refers to the removal of one of these structures, usually due to chronic inflammation (bursitis) of infection.

v • d • e Orthopedic surgery, operations/surgeries and other procedures on the musculoskeletal system (ICD-9-CM V3 76-84) Bones Genioplasty - Coccygectomy - Bone grafting - Osteotomy Joints Arthroscopy - Discectomy - Spinal fusion - Arthrodesis - Replacement joint (Hip replacement, Knee replacement, Unicompartmental knee arthroplasty, Shoulder replacement) - Arthroplasty - Hip resurfacing Muscle, tendon, fascia, and bursa Myotomy - Fasciotomy - Bursectomy Other Amputation (Hemipelvectomy, Hemicorporectomy) - Distraction osteogenesis