OPS-Code 1-850:
Other diagnostic puncture and aspiration: Diagnostic percutaneous aspiration biopsy of cyst, unspecified
Fluid has been taken with a needle from a cyst that you have.
A cyst is a fluid-filled cavity that has formed in tissue.
The fluid taken from it can then be examined in the laboratory.
Note
Your doctor will assist you with any health-related questions and explain the OPS code to you in a direct consultation if necessary.
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
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).