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5-790.3q:

Repositioning of fracture and luxation: Closed repositioning of a fracture or epiphyseal separation with osteosynthesis: By intramedullary nail with drilling of the medullary cavity: Shaft of fibula

The long, straight section of your calfbone (fibula) was broken and was surgically stabilized using devices.

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 mid-section of your fibula was broken. The parts of your calfbone (fibula) were first returned to their normal position and put back together. The site concerned was then stabilized using a long pin inside the bone.

The purpose of the long pin is to stabilize the fibula from within. To achieve this, a hole is first drilled into the inside of the bone. The pin is then inserted into the bone.

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).