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Other operations on small and large intestine: Creation of an ileostoma (as protective measure) during another intervention: Appendicostomy

You have had an operation on your abdomen. This also involved making an artificial anus in your appendix.

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 The large intestine (colon) is where water and salt are withdrawn from the stool.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.

The appendix is usually located on the right side attached to the first part of the large intestine. The first part of the large intestine is also known as the cecum.

To create an artificial anus, a small opening was made in your abdominal wall. Your intestine was then opened at your appendix. This opening was then stitched to the opening in your abdominal wall.

A tube can be inserted into your large intestine through an artificial anus in the appendix. This tube can then be used to regularly flush out and empty the intestine with a fluid. This type of artificial anus is sometimes only created for a specific time.

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).