OPS-Code 5-704.10:
Operations on vagina and pouch of Douglas: Vaginal colporrhaphy and pelvic floor plasty: Posterior wall plasty (in rectocele): Without alloplastic material
You had surgery on the back wall of your vagina.
The vagina is tubular and leads from the outside to the uterus.The back wall of your vagina borders the rectum. The rectum is the last section of the bowel.
During the operation, an incision was made in the back wall of your vagina from the inside of the vagina. Then the tissue between your vagina and rectum was tightened up. This is intended to help the back wall of the vagina to bulge forward less.
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
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