5-790.xq:
Repositioning of fracture and luxation: Closed repositioning of a fracture or epiphyseal separation with osteosynthesis: Other: Shaft of fibula
The long, straight section of your fibula 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.
The mid-section of your fibula was broken. First of all, the fragments of your fibula were surgically put back in their normal place and joined together.
Special devices were used to hold them together and stabilize the affected site.
To stabilize bones or parts of bones, various aids can be used. They can be made of metal or plastic, for example.
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).