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5-541.1:

Other operations in the abdominal area: Laparotomy and opening of the retroperitoneum: Laparotomy with drain

You have had an operation on your abdomen. It involved putting a synthetic tube through your abdominal wall.

The operation involved opening your abdomen via an incision. Wound discharge, for example, can get out via the synthetic tube.

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).