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Other operations on the mamma: Operations on the nipple: Suture (after injury)

A wound on your nipple was closed.

The breast is made up of fatty tissue, connective tissue and the mammary gland. Milk is produced in the mammary gland during and after pregnancy so that the child can be fed. During breastfeeding, milk is released through the nipple.

Thread, clips or a special glue, for example, are used to close up the wound. If necessary, dirt or dead tissue is removed from the wound beforehand.

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).