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Information about the graft and the materials used: Type of stent coating: Bioactive surface

You have had a stent made of a special material inserted into a blood vessel.

The aim of this special material is to prevent blood clots from forming in the stent.

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).