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Biopsy without incision on mouth, oral cavity, larynx, pharynx and hematopoietic organs: Biopsy without incision on mouth and oral cavity: Floor of mouth

Tissue samples have been taken from the base of your mouth.

The floor of the mouth is the area between the lower jaw bone and the hyoid bone. The hyoid bone is a U-shaped structure located in the front of the neck at the top. The floor of the mouth is lined with mucous membrane. The floor of the mouth consists of connective tissue and muscles.

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).