OPS-Code 5-610.1:
Operations on scrotum and tunica vaginalis testis: Incision of scrotum and tunica vaginalis testis: Drainage
An incision was made in your scrotum or the thin membrane covering your testicles and epididymides and a tube was inserted.
The testicles are located outside the body, and are covered by skin. That is the scrotum. The epididymides, as well as the testicles, are located inside the scrotum. Two layers of a thin membrane lie directly on the testicles and the epididymides.
This tube can be used, for example, to drain or suction fluid into a container. A tube like this is also called a drain.
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).