5-780.78:
Operations on other bones: Incision in bone, septic and aseptic: Sequesterotomy: Shaft of ulna
You had an operation on the middle part of your ulna.
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 piece of bone that had died off was then removed from your ulna.
Damaged tissue or dirt can also be removed during this type of intervention.
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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