5-790.8x:
Repositioning of fracture and luxation: Closed repositioning of a fracture or epiphyseal separation with osteosynthesis: By dynamic compression screw: Other
One or more of your bones have been surgically stabilized using aids.
The fragments of the bones concerned were put back in their normal place, and a special screw was used to join and stabilize them.
The special screw joins the various parts of the bone together. The screw ensures that the bone fragments are pressed together in a particular way.
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
Provided by the non-profit organization “Was hab’ ich?” gemeinnützige GmbH on behalf of the Federal Ministry of Health (BMG).