OPS-Code 5-607.1:
Operations on prostate and seminal vesicles: Incision and excision of periprostatic tissue: Incision and drainage
An incision was made in the tissue surrounding your prostate, and a tube was inserted.
The prostate forms part of the male genital organs. The prostate sits below the bladder and encircles the urethra. The prostate is also known as the prostate gland. Some of the seminal fluid is formed in the prostate.
This tube can be used, for example, to drain or suction fluid into a container. A tube like this is also called a drain.
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).