OPS-Code 8-154.3:
Therapeutic aspiration and evacuation by puncture: Therapeutic percutaneous puncture of organs of the abdominal cavity: Pancreas
Your pancreas has been punctured by a needle.
The pancreas is located in the upper abdomen. It regulates the sugar content in the blood and forms substances for digestion, for example.
When the pancreas is punctured with a needle, any fluid that has collected can be drained away, for example.
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
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