1-425.1:
Biopsy without incision on mouth, oral cavity, larynx, pharynx and hematopoietic organs: (Percutaneous) (needle) biopsy of lymph nodes, spleen and thymus: Lymph nodes, supraclavicular (Virchow’s node)
Tissue samples have been taken from lymph nodes in the area above your collarbone.
The lymph nodes are small bean-shaped objects. They are found throughout the body. Lymph nodes filter the tissue fluid. They are part of the defense system.
The collarbone is a bone at the front of the ribcage. It runs from the ribcage to the shoulder and joins the shoulder blade at the shoulder.
The tissue samples were taken using a needle. This needle was inserted through your skin into the relevant lymph nodes.
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).