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OPS-Code 8-146.2:

Other forms of therapeutic catheterization and cannulation: Therapeutic drainage of organs of the abdominal cavity: Pancreas

A tube was inserted into your pancreas.

The pancreas is tucked behind the stomach in the upper abdomen. The pancreas produces messenger substances. The messenger substances control the sugar level in the blood. The pancreas also produces a fluid that is released into the intestines. This fluid contains substances that are important for the digestion of fats, proteins and sugars.

The tube can be used, for example, to drain any fluid, blood or pus that has collected. The tube is usually inserted into the pancreas through a small incision in the skin. The tube is connected to a receptacle and it can remain in your body for a few days.

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).