5-932.17:

Information about the graft and the materials used: Type of material used for tissue replacement and tissue reinforcement: (Partially) Absorbable synthetic material: 500 cm² to less than 750 cm²

Special material has been used to replace or reinforce some of your tissue.

Synthetic material was used in your case. Material was used that will completely or partly break down in your body after a certain time.

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).