5-78a.8n:
Operations on other bones: Inspection of osteosynthesis material with reosteosynthesis: By external fixator: Distal tibia
Your tibia has been re-stabilized using aids.
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 bone fragments from the lower section of your tibia 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 tibia. 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).