OPS-Code 8-138.2:
Manipulation of urinary tract: Replacement, removal and insertion of a nephrostomy tube: Insertion of a nephrostomy tube via an existing nephrostomy canal.
You have had a tube inserted through which your urine is drained.
This kind of tube lies in an artificial connection leading from the renal pelvis to the outside of the body.Each kidney is made up of renal tissue and a renal pelvis. The renal tissue makes up the urine. The urine gathers in the renal pelvis.The tube is usually made of plastic. The tip of the tube sits in the renal pelvis. The urine flows through the tube from the renal pelvis and straight into a bag.
You already had an existing artificial connection in place and only needed to have a new tube inserted. Pictures are usually taken of the inside of your body during the treatment. So it is very clear where the tip of the tube is.
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).