5-787.mm:
Operations on other bones: Removal of osteosynthesis material: Ring fixator: 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.
A special fixation system has been removed from the mid-section of your tibia. A fixation system like this is used, for example, to stabilize broken bones. The fixation system for the tibia consisted of some rings and pins that were external to the leg.
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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