OPS-Code 1-425.1:
Biopsy without incision on mouth, oral cavity, larynx, pharynx and hematopoietic organs: (Percutaneous) (needle) biopsy of lymph nodes, spleen and thymus: Lymph nodes, supraclavicular (Virchow’s node)
Tissue samples have been taken from lymph nodes in the area above your collarbone.
The lymph nodes are small bean-shaped objects. They are found throughout the body. Lymph nodes filter the tissue fluid. They are part of the defense system.
The collarbone (clavicle) is a bone at the front of the ribcage. It runs from the ribcage to the shoulder and joins the shoulder blade at the shoulder.
The tissue samples were taken using a needle. This needle was inserted through your skin into the relevant lymph nodes.
Note
Your doctor will assist you with any health-related questions and explain the OPS code to you in a direct consultation if necessary.
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
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).