OPS-Code 5-194.2:
Microsurgical operations on the middle ear: Myringoplasty [Type I tympanoplasty]: Straightening of the tympanum (for a fresh injury)
Your eardrum was restored.
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 outer ear begins at the auricle and then becomes the external auricular canal. The end of the external auricular canal is sealed by a thin membrane. This membrane is known as the eardrum.
A hole or tear in the eardrum can cause it to collapse. The eardrum will then need to be restored. The collapsed areas of the eardrum may need to be unfolded for this purpose. Following treatment, the eardrum is normally stabilized using special films or sponges.
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).