OPS-Code 5-855.3x:
Operations on muscles, tendons, fasciae and bursas: Suture and other operations on tendons and tendon sheath: Suture of the tendon sheath, primary: Other
You have had stitches in one or more tendon sheaths.
Tendons are made up of very firm connective tissue. Tendons attach muscles to bones.A tendon sheath is a covering for the tendon. It cushions the tendon and contains a small amount of fluid. This reduces friction between the tendon and its surroundings.
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).