OPS-Code 5-192.02:
Microsurgical operations on the middle ear: Inspection of a stapedectomy: Without reopening of the oval window: With implantation of an alloplastic prosthesis (e.g. piston)
You had another operation on the auditory ossicles in your middle ear. The auditory ossicles were partially replaced.
You previously had the third auditory ossicle fully or partially removed.
The ear is a sensory organ that is used to hear and to maintain one’s balance. There are 3 different areas in the ear: the outer ear, middle ear and inner ear.The middle ear begins behind the eardrum. It consists of the air-filled tympanic cavity and the 3 ossicles.The ossicles transmit sounds from the eardrum to the inner ear in the form of vibrations.The third auditory ossicle is connected to the inner ear.
Your auditory ossicles were partially replaced. Synthetic material, for example metal, was used as a replacement.
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
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Source
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