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Operations on other bones: Removal of osteosynthesis material: Wire: Other

Aids have been removed from one or more of your bones.

To stabilize bones or parts of bones, various aids can be used. They can be made of metal or plastic, for example.

You have had one or more wires removed.

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

Provided by the non-profit organization “Was hab’ ich?” gemeinnützige GmbH on behalf of the Federal Ministry of Health (BMG).