5-059.87:
Other operations on nerves and nerve ganglia: Other operations on nerves and ganglia: Implant or replacement of neurostimulation electrodes for stimulating the peripheral nervous system: Implant or replacement of an electrode for a system for phrenic nerve stimulation
You have been given a nerve pacemaker for your diaphragm nerve. The nerve pacemaker or part of it has been implanted or replaced during an operation.
This nerve pacemaker is also known as a diaphragm pacemaker.
Nerves transmit information in the body. They use electrical impulses to do this. A nerve pacemaker usually consists of a device with one or more wires coming from it. The device generates electrical impulses and it is implanted beneath the skin of the chest. The electrical impulses pass via one or more wires to the diaphragm nerve.
The diaphragm nerve controls the diaphragm’s movements. The diaphragm is a large breathing muscle. The diaphragm tenses when we breathe in. This lowers the diaphragm. This allows the lungs to expand and take in more air. When we breathe out, the diaphragm relaxes, rising up as it does so. A diaphragm pacemaker is used to help in breathing.
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).