5-382.a0:
Incision, excision and closure of blood vessels: Resection of blood vessels with reanastomozation: Head, extracranial and neck
A piece has been removed from one or more superficial veins in your head or neck.
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
Source
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