OPS-Code 5-222.x:
Operations on the paranasal sinuses: Operation on the ethmoid bone and the sphenoid sinus: Other
You had surgery on your ethmoidal cells or sphenoid sinus.
The paranasal sinuses are air-filled cavities in the skull. They are each connected to the nasal cavity via an opening that forms the inside of the nose. The paranasal sinuses are lined internally with mucous membrane. There are four different paranasal sinuses.The ethmoidal cells form part of the paranasal sinuses and are located behind the nose inside the skull.The sphenoidal sinus is located behind the nose inside the skull.
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).