8-010.1:

Administration of medication and nutrients: Administration of medication and electrolyte solutions via vascular system in newborns: Intra-arterial, continuous

You have had medication or fluids administered straight into a blood vessel.

Some medications work better and more quickly if they go straight into the blood. A large amount of fluids or medication can be administered via a blood vessel.

You have had medication or fluids administered straight into an artery. Arteries are blood vessels that transport blood away from the heart. They supply all the tissue in the body with oxygen-rich blood.

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).