1-408.x:
Biopsy without incision on nervous system and endocrine organs: Endosonography-guided biopsy of endocrine organs: Other
A tissue sample was taken from your endocrine gland during the course of an ultrasound examination.
In the body there are various glands that produce hormones. Hormones are important messengers. They carry information between various organs. In this way, hormones control many bodily functions.
An ultrasound examination involves sending ultrasound waves from an ultrasound probe in the body. Depending on the structure of the tissue, different numbers of ultrasound waves are reflected. These waves are then converted to images that can be viewed on a screen.
To take a sample, a tube with an ultrasound probe is inserted through an opening in the body. The tube is then pushed down into the body. This way the endocrine gland can be seen. A needle is then inserted through the tube. The needle is pushed through to where the endocrine gland is located, from where a tissue sample is to be taken.
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).