5-787.cm:

Operations on other bones: Removal of osteosynthesis material: Transfixation nail: Shaft of tibia

Aids have been removed from your tibia.

There are 2 bones in the lower leg, the tibia and the fibula. The tibia is on the inside of the leg. The fibula is on the outside of the leg. Both bones in the lower leg have an upper, middle and lower section. The tibia and fibula both have a long, straight section in the middle.

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

Long pins have been removed from the mid-section of your tibia. Long pins like these are used to stabilize the tibia from within. The long nails are inserted through bones and join these bones together. Joints, for example, can be temporarily reinforced like this.

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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