OPS-Code 1-847.3:
Diagnostic puncture and aspiration: Diagnostic percutaneous puncture and aspiration of male genital organs: Spermatocele
A sample has been taken from a fluid-filled cavity on your epididymis with a needle.
The epididymides are right next to the testicles. The sperm cells mature and are stored in the epididymes.Fluid had accumulated in a cavity in your epididymis. The fluid taken from it can then be examined in the laboratory.
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).