OPS-Code 5-050.7:
Other operations on nerves and nerve ganglia: Epineural suture of a nerve and nerve plexus with graft, primary: Nerves to groin and pelvic floor
A nerve sheath was stitched and nerve tissue transferred in your groin or pelvic floor area.
Nerves are a sort of wiring in the body. Nerves conduct information. The nerves use electrical impulses to do this. Nerves are important, for instance, in enabling you to sense contacts and temperatures, and to move your muscles.Inside a nerve, there are nerve fibers that transmit information. These nerve fibers are surrounded by a sheath of connective tissue known as the nerve sheath.
If a nerve has been injured or cut through, the nerve sheath can be stitched. This is intended to ensure that the nerve fibers can grow back together. To transfer nerve tissue, it is detached from the surrounding tissue and moved to another location.
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).