Shell rot appears as black or dark green patches that have eaten away parts of a hermit crab's exoskeleton. It most often occurs on the legs, but may also affect claws and the body. It is unknown whether shell rot can affect humans, but it may spread between hermit crabs. There has not been a lot research conducted on shell rot, but it may affect other crustaceans such as lobsters. Hermit crabs can free themselves from shell rot by moulting.
In CPT 2008, the American Medical Association (AMA) published the total laparoscopic hysterectomy (TLH) set of codes (58570-58573).
OBJECTIVE: A new surgical technique of creating a prophylactic, reconstructive posterior culdoplasty and vaginal vault suspension during abdominal hysterectomy is described.The procedure restores the pelvic topography and gross and functional anatomy after removal of the uterus.ESULTS: This study has documented a good outcome and effectiveness of the operation as well as good postsurgical patient satisfaction, with no symptomatology or signs of dysfunctional vagina, vaginal prolapse or enterocele formation.