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5-382.92:

Incision, excision and closure of blood vessels: Resection of blood vessels with reanastomozation: V. pulmonalis

A piece has been removed from a pulmonary vein.

Veins are blood vessels that transport the blood back to the heart.

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

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).