OPS-Code 8-861.1:
Autologous and allogeneic stem cell therapy and local treatment with blood components and hepatocytes: Collection, processing and administration of blood components for local administration: Local administration of dendritic cells
You were treated with dendritic cells.
Dendritic cells are specific cells of the immune system. The immune system protects the body from pathogens and foreign substances. The immune system can also destroy cells in the body that have pathologically changed. The body’s immune system is made up of different types of immune cells. Some immune cells can destroy pathogens or foreign bodies themselves. Other immune cells produce certain antibodies. Dendritic cells can regulate the activation of other immune cells.
The treatment usually involves using your body’s own dendritic cells and specially preparing them beforehand. The cells were injected into your tissue.
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).