5-536.1x:
Closure of abdominal hernias: Closure of an incisional hernia: Open surgical, with plastic closure of hernial orifices: Other
You have had an operation to close an incisional hernia.
An incision was made in your skin near the scar.
During the operation the contents of the hernia were replaced in your stomach and the weakness in your abdominal wall was closed.
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
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