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Other operations on small and large intestine: Creation of an ileostomy, end, as standalone intervention: Transversostomy: Open surgical

An operation involved making an artificial anus in the transversal section of your large intestine.

The large intestine (colon) is like an upside down U in the abdomen. The first part lies in the lower right corner of the abdomen. Then it continues upwards and runs across from right to left. Then it descends again. There then follows an S-shaped part located on the bottom left side of the abdomen, which then merges into the rectum. The rectum is the last section of the large intestine (colon).

The operation involved opening your abdomen via an incision in your skin.

To create an artificial anus, a small opening was then made in your abdominal wall. Your intestine was then severed. The upper end of the intestine was then stitched to the opening in your abdominal wall. The lower end of the intestine is sewn shut.

The intestinal contents come out through this artificial anus. A special bag that collects the intestinal contents is attached to the artificial 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).