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OPS-Code 8-515:

Manipulation of fetus or uterus during pregnancy or in immediate postpartum period: Assisted vaginal delivery

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Während der Geburt Ihres Kindes wurde ein geburtshilflicher Handgriff eingesetzt.

Es gibt verschiedene geburtshilfliche Handgriffe. Sie können eingesetzt werden, um die Geburt eines Kindes zu erleichtern. Durch einen geburtshilflichen Handgriff kann das Kind zum Beispiel in eine günstigere Position gebracht werden.

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).