OPS-Code 5-399.5:
Other operations on blood vessels and additional information about operations on blood vessels: Other blood vessel operations: Implantation or replacement of venous indwelling catheter systems (e.g. for chemotherapy or pain therapy)
A tube was implanted in your veins and is to remain in place for an extended period of time.
Veins are blood vessels that transport the blood back to the heart.There are various reasons why a tube would need to be placed in a vein for an extended period. Different types of tubes may also be used. The tube may be placed in the neck or at the collarbone.
The end of the tube can be connected with a chamber under the skin or may extend out of the body. The tube can be used to remove blood or deliver drugs, for example. This type of tube can also be used to clean the blood using a special device.
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).