OPS-Code 1-497.4:
Biopsy without incision on other organs and tissue: Transvenous or transarterial biopsy: Kidney
Tissue samples have been taken from your kidney.
There are 2 kidneys in the body. There is one on each side of the spine just below the ribcage. Each kidney is made up of renal tissue and a renal pelvis. The renal tissue purifies the blood and, by doing so, produces urine. The urine gathers in the renal pelvis.
During the examination, a thin tube was inserted into one of your blood vessels. The tube was then advanced as far as your kidney.
Small tools, for example forceps, can be used during the examination. The tools are pushed forwards through the tube. Tissue samples can be taken in this way. These tissue samples can then be examined more closely under the microscope.At the same time, an X-ray machine took images of the inside of your heart. In this way it is possible to see exactly where the tip of the tube is.
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
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
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).