OPS-Code 8-156.0:
Therapeutic aspiration and evacuation by puncture: Therapeutic percutaneous puncture of male genital organs: Hydrocele
A needle was inserted into an accumulation of fluid around your testicle.
The testicles are located outside the body, and are covered by skin. That is the scrotum.
A needle can be used, for example, to drain the accumulated fluid.
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).