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Other operations on small and large intestine: Creation of an ileostomy, double-barreled, as standalone intervention: Unspecified

An operation involved making an artificial anus for you.

The intestines are made up of the small intestine and the large intestine or colon. Most of the nutrients are absorbed in the small intestine. The large intestine (colon) is where water and salt are withdrawn from the stool. The last segment of the large intestine (colon) is the rectum. Stool then leaves the body through the anus.

To create an artificial anus, a small opening is usually made in the abdominal wall. A side of the intestine is also opened in one location. This opening is then stitched to the opening in the abdominal wall. The intestinal contents then come out through this artificial anus. A special bag that collects the intestinal contents is usually attached to the artificial anus.

In the area of the artificial anus the intestine continues to be connected to the subsequent sections of intestine. So it may be that you still excrete small amounts of intestinal waste or mucus via your anus.

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).