OPS-Code 5-388.ax:
Incision, excision and closure of blood vessels: Suture of blood vessels: Other
You have had one or more superficial veins sutured.
Veins are blood vessels that transport the blood back to the heart.
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).