5-560.8:
Operations on the ureter: Transurethral and percutaneous transrenal enlargement of the ureter: Removal of a stent, transurethral
A small tube has been removed from your ureter.
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. A while ago a small tube was inserted into your ureter in order to keep the ureter open. This tube has now been removed again.
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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