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Operations on the oesophagus: Local excision and destruction of diseased oesophagus tissue: Destruction, open surgical: Thermocoagulation
Pathologically changed tissue has been removed from your oesophagus.
The oesophagus or gullet connects the mouth with the stomach. It is a muscular tube. The muscles in the oesophagus move food into the stomach.
You have had an operation on your oesophagus. The operation involved opening up your chest.
The tissue in your oesophagus has been destroyed using heat.
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
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