5-214.72:
Operations on the nose: Submucosal resection and plastic reconstruction of the nasal septum: Plastic reconstruction of the nasal septum: With allogeneic or xenogenic grafts
You have had an operation on your nasal septum.
We need the nose for breathing and smelling. The outside of the nose is composed of bone and cartilage. The nasal septum divides the nasal cavity into two halves. The inside of the nose is lined with a moist mucous membrane. The nasal concha are bony protrusions in the nose, and also lined with mucous membrane.
The operation involved adjusting the cartilage of your nasal septum. Foreign tissue was used, too, to achieve this.
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
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Your doctor will assist you with any health-related questions and explain the OPS code to you in a direct consultation if necessary.
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