5-382.41:
Incision, excision and closure of blood vessels: Resection of blood vessels with reanastomozation: Brachiocephalic artery
A piece has been removed from an artery in your upper chest.
Arteries are blood vessels that transport blood away from the heart. They supply all the tissue in the body with oxygen-rich blood.
Sections of blood vessels may be removed, for example, if the blood vessel is enlarged there. The remaining ends are then usually sewn together again.
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
Source
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