OPS-Code 5-224.72:
Operations on the paranasal sinuses: Operations on multiple paranasal sinuses: Multiple paranasal sinuses, combined endonasal and external: With abscess drainage
You had surgery on more than one of your sinuses.
The sinuses are cavities in the skull that are filled with air. They have an inner lining of a moist and smooth membrane. This inner membrane is also called the mucous membrane. The mucous membrane produces fluid. Each of these paranasal sinuses are connected to the nose via an opening. As a result, fluid can run out of the sinuses into the nose.There are paranasal sinuses in the upper jaw, the forehead and behind the nose.
The bones in your face and your nose were used as points of access for this surgery. A camera is inserted into the nose for this purpose. The camera sends images to a screen. Small instruments such as forceps or scissors are also inserted into the nose.
The operation involved removing an an accumulation of pus (an abscess).An abscess is an accumulation of pus, which is a fluid produced by the body. Pus is produced when the body is fighting an infection. A thin covering may form around an accumulation of pus.
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).