OPS-Code 5-205.3:
Other operations on middle and inner ear: Other excisions of middle and inner ear: In the otobase
You had tissue removed from the base of your skull.
This may be necessary if, for example, the tissue in your middle ear is diseased.
The skull is made up of various bones. Some of these bones form the base of the skull that supports the brain. This also includes the petrous bone. The petrous bone is located on the right and left sides of the base of the skull. The petrous bone houses important components of the ear, such as the inner ear and the middle ear. The petrous bone also contains several nerves and blood vessels. The brain is located above the petrous bone.
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).