5-78a.1j:
Operations on other bones: Inspection of osteosynthesis material with reosteosynthesis: By wire or tension band wiring/cerclage: Patella
Your kneecap has been re-stabilized using aids.
The kneecap sits at the front of the knee. It protects the knee joint. It is also important for knee movement. When you bend and straighten the knee, the kneecap slides along the femur. Tough tissue connects the kneecap to the muscle at the front of the thigh and to the shinbone.
To stabilize bones or parts of bones, various aids can be used. They can be made of metal or plastic, for example.
Your kneecap has been stabilized using wires or plastic bands.
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).