OPS-Code
Further information
8-158.y:
Therapeutic aspiration and evacuation by puncture: Therapeutic percutaneous puncture of joint: Unspecified
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Bei Ihnen wurde mit einer Nadel in ein oder mehrere Gelenke gestochen.
Über die Nadel kann man beispielsweise überschüssige Gelenkflüssigkeit, Eiter oder Blut aus dem Gelenk ablassen.
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
Further information
Note
Your doctor will assist you with any health-related questions and explain the OPS code to you in a direct consultation if necessary.
Source
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