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Other larynx surgery and surgery on the trachea: Reconstruction of trachea: Tracheopexy

You have had an operation on your trachea. Your trachea has been surgically stabilized.

The trachea or windpipe begins below the larynx. It consists of many cartilage rings that strengthen the trachea. The trachea splits into 2 large airways in the middle of the chest. The airways then go into the lungs and branch out further.

If the trachea is not stable enough, it can be harder to get air in. So your trachea has been stabilized. Artificial material or the body’s own tissue can be used to stabilize the trachea. Sutures can also be used to stretch the trachea.

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).