5-78a.8a:
Operations on other bones: Inspection of osteosynthesis material with reosteosynthesis: By external fixator: Carpals
One or more of your carpal bones have been re-stabilized using aids.
The hand is made up of a lot of small bones and joints. Immediately after the forearm is the carpus. Then comes the metacarpus and then the individual fingers. The carpus consists of 8 carpal bones. There are 2 rows of them. The lower row is closer to the wrist. The upper row is closer to the fingers.
Your carpal bone fragments have been stabilized using a special fixation system. The special fixation system involves inserting metal pins or screws through the skin from outside and into the bone concerned. These are then joined to one another outside the body using a holding system.
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).