OPS-Code 5-711.2:
Operations on the vulva: Operations on the Bartholin’s gland (cyst): Excision
During surgery, a cyst on a gland next to the opening of your vagina was removed.
The vagina is tubular and leads from the outside to the uterus.There are two glands in the area around the entrance to the vagina. The glands are each roughly the size of a pea. The glands produce a fluid when you are sexually aroused.
A cyst is a cavity filled with fluid.
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).