OPS-Code 5-262.6:
Operations on salivary glands and salivary gland excretory ducts: Resection of a salivary gland: Small salivary glands
One or more of your small salivary glands were surgically removed.
The salivary glands produce saliva and transport it to the mouth. In all, there are 6 large salivary glands. The two parotid glands are located in front of the left and right ear. The two submandibular glands are located to the left and right at the back of the lower jaw. The two sublingual glands are located to the left and right beneath the tongue. In addition to the 6 large salivary glands by the ear, on the lower jaw and under the tongue, there are smaller salivary glands in the mouth and throat.
Note
Your doctor will assist you with any health-related questions and explain the OPS code to you in a direct consultation if necessary.
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
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).