OPS-Code 5-681.35:
Incision, excision and extirpation of the uterus: Excision and destruction of diseased tissue from the uterus: Excision of other diseased tissue from the uterus: Conversion vaginal – open surgical
During surgery, diseased tissue was removed from your uterus.
The uterus or womb sits in the pelvis and is pear-shaped. The narrower part extends downward into the vagina and is called the cervix. When a woman is pregnant, the child grows in her uterus.
The operation was initially performed via your vagina. An incision was then made in your abdomen.
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).