OPS-Code 5-044:
Operations on nerves and nerve ganglia: Epineural suture of a nerve and nerve plexus, primary
- 5-044.0 Cranial nerves, extracranial
- 5-044.1 Brachial plexus
- 5-044.2 Nerves to shoulder
- 5-044.3 Nerves to arm
- 5-044.4 Nerves to hand
- 5-044.5 Nerves to trunk
- 5-044.6 Lumbosacral plexus
- 5-044.7 Nerves to groin and pelvic floor
- 5-044.8 Nerves to leg
- 5-044.9 Nerves to foot
- 5-044.x Other
- 5-044.y Unspecified
Note
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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
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