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Other birth-assisting operations: Reconstruction of female genital organs after rupture, postpartum [perineal laceration]: Reconstruction of rectum and sphincter ani

Your rectum and the sphincter of your anus have been sutured.

The last section of your large intestine and the sphincter of your anus tore while you were giving birth to your child.

The anus is located at the end of the intestines and is ring-shaped. A sphincter muscle in the last segment of the intestines ensures that we only intentionally excrete feces through the anus.

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).