OPS-Code 5-448.12:
Other operations on the stomach: Other stomach reconstruction: Closure of a gastrostomy or (feeding) fistula: Laparoscopic
You had an artificial stomach opening. This artificial stomach opening has been surgically closed.
A feeding tube can be inserted through the artificial gastric opening. Food and drink can be taken through a feeding tube.
A laparoscopy was done in order to close your artificial stomach opening.A laparoscopy first involves making a small incision in the abdomen. A tube with a camera is pushed through this incision into the abdomen. This camera sends pictures of the inside of the abdomen to a screen. Tools such as forceps and scissors can be inserted through other small incisions in the abdomen.
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).