5-78a.ce:
Operations on other bones: Inspection of osteosynthesis material with reosteosynthesis: By transfixation nail: Neck of femur
Your femoral neck 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.
Your femoral neck has been stabilized using one or more long pins inside the bone.
The purpose of the long pins is to stabilize the femur from within. To achieve this, they are inserted into the space inside the bone. The long nails are inserted through bones and join these bones together. Joints, for example, can be temporarily reinforced like this.
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
Source
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