5-780.2f:
Operations on other bones: Incision in bone, septic and aseptic: Drainage: Proximal femur
You had an operation on the upper part of your femur.
The femur has an upper, middle and lower section. The upper section of the femur is connected to the pelvic bones by the hip joint. The upper section includes the neck and head of the femur plus 2 bony protrusions. The bony protrusions lie between the neck of the femur and its central section. The neck of the femur is set at an angle to the central section.
This intervention involved making one or more incisions in your skin.
One or more tubes were inserted. Wound discharge, for example, can be drained through the tubes.
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
Further information
Note
Your doctor will assist you with any health-related questions and explain the OPS code to you in a direct consultation if necessary.
Source
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