OPS-Code 5-388.96:
Incision, excision and closure of blood vessels: Suture of blood vessels: Superior vena cava
You have had your superior vena cava sutured.
Veins are blood vessels that transport the blood back to the heart.The vena cavae are the largest veins in the body. The superior vena cava is located in the chest. The inferior vena cava is located in the abdominal cavity. The vena cavae collect oxygen-poor blood from the body and transport it to the heart.
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).