OPS-Code 5-059.d7:
Other operations on nerves and nerve ganglia: Other operations on nerves and ganglia: Replacement of a neurostimulator for stimulating the peripheral nervous system without replacing a neurostimulation electrode: Hypoglossal nerve stimulation system
You have had a procedure to replace a nerve pacemaker for the hypoglossal nerve.
Nerves transmit information in the body. They use electrical impulses to do this.
A pacemaker usually consists of a small device with a battery. The pacemaker can emit electrical impulses.
A nerve pacemaker is usually implanted under the skin of the chest. The electrical impulses are conducted to your hypoglossal nerve via one or more cable ends.
A nerve pacemaker for the hypoglossal nerve is called a tongue pacemaker.The hypoglossal nerve runs from the brain to the tongue. There is a left and a right hypoglossal nerve. The nerve controls the tongue’s movements.A tongue pacemaker can prevent the tongue from slipping too far down the throat at night so that it blocks the airways. If the tongue pacemaker is not required during the day, a remote control can be used to switch it off for a while.
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).