OPS-Code 8-83b.61:
Therapeutic intravascular catheterization and cannulation: Additional information on materials: Using detachable balloon: 2 detachable balloons
Multiple special balloons were used during treatment of your blood vessels.
This balloon can be placed in a blood vessel. The balloon is then inflated by filling it with liquid. The blood vessel is sealed off by the balloon being inflated. The balloon remains in the blood vessel.
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).