OPS-Code 8-159.1:
Therapeutic aspiration and evacuation by puncture: Other therapeutic percutaneous puncture: Therapeutic percutaneous puncture of bone marrow
Cells or fluid were drained from your bone marrow with a needle.
The bone marrow is inside the bone. The blood cells are formed in the bone marrow, for instance. The bone marrow also contains fat.
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
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