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What does the acronym TURP mean? Explain the procedure.

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Select an ICD-9-CM code for hydrocele of spermatic cord.



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Answer to Question 1

It means transurethral resection of the prostate, or transurethral prostatectomy, in which a scope is inserted into the urethra to resect prostatic tissue.

Answer to Question 2

603.9



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