OPS-Code 8-630.3:
Electrical stimulation of nervous system: Electroconvulsive therapy (ECT): Treatment session
You were treated with brief electrical impulses to the brain.
During this treatment, short electrical impulses are delivered to the brain via two contact pads on the head. This intentionally triggers a seizure in the brain for a short time.
A brief general anesthetic is given for the treatment. During the anesthetic, you are unconscious and feel no pain. In addition, the muscles are relaxed by a medication so that you do not feel the seizure. You are monitored by medical personnel throughout the entire treatment. The treatment is typically performed several times at specific intervals.
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).