OPS-Code 5-44a:
Other operations on the stomach: Other operations on the stomach
- 5-44a.0 Endoscopic stent fixation by a ring-shaped clip attached to an endoscope
- 5-44a.1 Implantation or replacement of an anti-reflux system with abutment
- 5-44a.2 Inspection or removal of an anti-reflux system with abutment
- 5-44a.3 Endoscopic reopening of a prosthesis
- 5-44a.4 Endoscopic tissue acquisition or tissue closure by an anchoring system attached to the muscularis layer
- 5-44a.5 Correction of other abdominal surgery
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 explanations of ICD and OPS codes are provided by the non-profit organization “Was hab’ ich?” gemeinnützige GmbH on behalf of the Federal Ministry of Health (BMG).