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5-464.03:

Other operations on small and large intestine: Inspection of and other interventions for an ileostomy: Plastic enlargement: Colon

Your artificial anus at your large intestine has been surgically enlarged.

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).

An artificial anus transports the intestinal contents outwards via an opening in the abdominal wall. The intestinal contents are then usually routed straight to a bag at the opening itself. This type of artificial anus can be created, for example, to protect the intestine for a while.

The opening of the artificial anus sometimes becomes too narrow over time. The opening can then be surgically widened. The body’s own tissue or synthetic material can be used to achieve this.

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).