OPS-Code 1-493.31:
Biopsy without incision on other organs and tissue: Percutaneous (needle) biopsy of other organs and tissue: Breast: Punch biopsy without clip to mark biopsy site
Tissue samples have been taken from your chest.
The tissue samples were taken using a hollow needle. This needle was inserted through your skin into your chest. Cylinder-shaped tissue samples were then punched out using the hollow needle.
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).