5-780.34:

Operations on other bones: Incision in bone, septic and aseptic: Removal of a foreign body: Proximal radius

You had an operation on the upper part of your radius.

There are 2 bones in the forearm, the ulna and the radius. The ulna is on the side where your little finger is. The radius is on the side where your thumb is. Both bones in the forearm have an upper, middle and lower section.

This intervention involved making one or more incisions in your skin.

A foreign object was then removed from your radius.

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.

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