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Other operations on small and large intestine: Creation of an ileostomy, end, 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 The large intestine (colon) is where water and salt are withdrawn from the stool.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 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).