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Biopsy without incision on other organs and tissue: Percutaneous (needle) biopsy of other organs and tissue: Breast: Fine needle aspiration

Tissue samples have been taken from your chest.

The tissue samples were taken using a hollow needle. This needle was inserted through your skin into your chest. The tissue samples were then sucked up through the hollow needle.

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).