OPS-Code 1-683:
Other diagnostic endoscopy: Diagnostic sialendoscopy of submandibular gland or parotid gland
You had a saliendoscopy (endoscopy of the salivary gland ducts).
The salivary glands produce saliva and transport it to the mouth. In all, there are 6 large salivary glands. The two parotid glands are located in front of the left and right ear. The two submandibular glands are located to the left and right at the back of the lower jaw. The two sublingual glands are located to the left and right beneath the tongue.Salivary ducts deliver saliva from the salivary glands to the mouth. Each of the individual salivary ducts has an opening inside the mouth.
Endoscopy enables an internal examination of the salivary ducts of the parotid glands and the submandibular glands. For the purpose of the examination, a thin tube is inserted into the relevant salivary duct through the mouth. There is a camera at the top of the tube. The camera sends pictures from inside the body as the tube is advanced along the salivary duct. In this way, the inside of the salivary duct can be viewed and assessed for any changes.
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
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
The explanation of the OPS code was provided by the non-profit organization “Was hab’ ich?” gemeinnützige GmbH on behalf of the Federal Ministry of Health (BMG).