5-78a.8f:
Operations on other bones: Inspection of osteosynthesis material with reosteosynthesis: By external fixator: Proximal femur
Your femur has been re-stabilized using aids.
The femur has an upper, middle and lower section. The upper section of the femur is connected to the pelvic bones by the hip joint. The upper section includes the neck and head of the femur plus 2 bony protrusions. The bony protrusions lie between the neck of the femur and its central section. The neck of the femur is set at an angle to the central section.
The bone fragments from the upper section of your femur have been joined and stabilized using a special fixation system. The special fixation system involves inserting metal pins or screws through the skin from outside and into the femur. 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).