Aortoiliac Atherosclerosis: Understanding the ICD-10 Code and Its Implications
Defining the Condition and its Pathophysiology Understanding the Buildup of Plaque Aortoiliac atherosclerosis is characterized by the buildup of plaque within the walls of the aorta and iliac arteries. The aorta, the largest artery in the body, carries oxygen-rich blood from the heart to the rest of the body. The iliac arteries are major branches … Read more
