OPS-Code 5-059.e:
Other operations on nerves and nerve ganglia: Other operations on nerves and ganglia: Isolated replacement of the sensor in the right ventricle by a cardiac vagus nerve stimulation system
During a procedure, a cable end of a nerve pacemaker for the vagus nerve to the heart was replaced.
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 the vagus nerve to the heart via one or more cable ends.
The vagus nerve runs from the brain through the neck and through the chest to the abdomen. There is a left and a right vagus nerve. The vagus nerve is important for relaxation phases. For example, it can stimulate the digestion, make the heart beat more slowly, and decrease blood pressure. The vagus nerve is also important for some movements involved in swallowing and speaking. The vagus nerve also transfers various items of information, for example from the digestive organs, to the brain.
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).