Heart and vascular system - MBS item (38555)

The following MBS item is included in this clinical category.

38555
Simple replacement or repair of aortic arch, performed in conjunction with a service to which item 38550, 38553, 38554, 38556, 38568 or 38571 applies, including: (a) deep hypothermic circulatory arrest; and (b) peripheral cannulation for cardiopulmonary bypass; and (c) antegrade or retrograde cerebral perfusion (if performed); other than a service associated with a service to which item 11704, 11705, 11707, 11714, 18260, 33824, 38603, 38816, 38828 or 45503 applies (H) (Anaes.) (Assist.)