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Manipulation of digestive tract: Replacement and removal of jejunostomy tube: Replacement

The feeding tube in your small intestine has been replaced.

The small intestine is the first part of the intestine, after the stomach. The nutrients from food are absorbed in the small intestine.

Food and drink can be taken through a feeding tube. A tube like this is inserted through an artificial opening in the small intestine.

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).