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OPS-Code 5-730:

Other operations for induction of labor and during birth: Artificial rupture of amniotic sac [amniotomy]

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Ihre Fruchtblase wurde geöffnet.

Zu Beginn der Schwangerschaft entwickelt sich in der Gebärmutter die Fruchtblase, die das Fruchtwasser enthält. Die Fruchtblase umgibt das Kind. Die Öffnung der Fruchtblase erfolgt von außen durch die Scheide. Dazu wird in der Regel ein kleiner Haken oder eine Klemme verwendet.

Additional indicator

If necessary, additional letters are appended to OPS codes to indicate which side of the body is affected.

  • L: Left
  • R: Right
  • B: Both sides

Further information

Note

Your doctor will assist you with any health-related questions and explain the OPS code to you in a direct consultation if necessary.

Source

Provided by the non-profit organization “Was hab’ ich?” gemeinnützige GmbH on behalf of the Federal Ministry of Health (BMG).