Heart and vascular system - MBS item (38603)

The following MBS item is included in this clinical category.

38603
Peripheral cannulation for cardiopulmonary bypass, excluding post-operative management, other than a service: (a) in which peripheral cannulation is used in preference to central cannulation for valve or coronary bypass procedures; or (b) associated with a service to which item 38555 or 38572 applies (H) (Anaes.) (Assist.)