5-560.1:
Operations on the ureter: Transurethral and percutaneous transrenal enlargement of the ureter: Balloon dilation, transurethral
Your ureter has been enlarged.
The ureter is a thin, muscular tube in the abdomen. There is usually one ureter on each side. The urine flows from the kidney, via the ureter, to the bladder. When you have to pass water, the urine flows from the bladder via the urethra and out.
A thin, synthetic tube was inserted through your urethra. The tube was pushed through your bladder to your ureter. There was a balloon at the end of the tube. Your ureter was enlarged by inflating the balloon.
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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