OPS-Code 8-83b.bj:
Therapeutic intravascular catheterization and cannulation: Additional information on materials: Type of balloon used: Twin-wall balloon in coronary arteries
A special balloon was used during treatment of your coronary arteries.
The heart muscle is supplied with oxygen-rich blood via the coronary arteries. The coronary arteries are blood vessels that run around the outside of the heart.
The wall consists of two layers. This makes the balloon very stable. As a result, the balloon can be unfolded with particularly high pressure.
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).