Question 1
A synchronous procedure is performed
◦ to address complications of another procedure
◦ as a mirror image of another procedure
◦ as a routine follow-up to another procedure
◦ at the same time as another procedure
Question 2
An example of a synchronous procedure is
◦ cesarean section with tubal ligation
◦ above-knee amputation following failed below-knee amputation
◦ a surgical wound is left open and closed 24 hours later
◦ vaginal delivery of a male infant and circumcision of the infant