5-790.4m:
Repositioning of fracture and luxation: Closed repositioning of a fracture or epiphyseal separation with osteosynthesis: By inter-locking nail: Shaft of tibia
The long, straight section of your tibia was broken and it has been surgically stabilized.
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.
You broke the middle section of your tibia. First of all, the fragments of your tibia were surgically put back in their normal place and joined together. A long pin was inserted into the bone to hold together and stabilize the affected site.
The purpose of the long pin is to stabilize the tibia from within. To do this, the pin is inserted into the bone. The long pin may also be screwed to the bone at its ends.
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).