OPS-Code 5-077.y:
Operations on other endocrine glands: Excision and resection of the thymus: Unspecified
An operation on your chest has involved removing all or part of your thymus gland.
The thymus gland is a small organ which forms part of the immune system. The thymus gland lies below the neck and is partly surrounded by the lungs. Immune cells mature in the thymus gland. The thymus gland is at its largest in children and adolescents. Later in life, the thymus gland gradually shrinks since it is no longer required.
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).