5-424.2:
Operations on the oesophagus: Partial oesophagus resection with restoration of continuity: Abdominal
Part of your oesophagus has been surgically removed.
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. The oesophagus runs through the throat and the chest into the abdomen.
The operation involved removing part of your oesophagus. This part was in your abdomen. The resulting oesophagus ends were then stitched back to one another.
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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