5-549.5:
Other operations in the abdominal area: Other abdominal operations: Laparoscopy with drain
Your abdominal wall was surgically opened and a tube was inserted.
You have had a laparoscopy, which involved inserting a tube into your abdomen. This tube can be used to drain, or suck out, wound fluid, blood or pus, for example.
A laparoscopy first involves making a small incision in the abdomen. A tube with a camera is pushed through this incision into the abdomen. This camera sends pictures of the inside of the abdomen to a screen. Tools such as forceps and scissors can be inserted through other small incisions in the abdomen.
In a laparoscopy, special fluids may also be used to flush out the abdominal cavity. This may be necessary if there is inflammation, for example.
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
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