5-794.4h:

Repositioning of fracture and luxation: Open repositioning of a multiple fragment fracture in the joint area of a long bone: By dynamic compression screw: Distal femur

You have broken your femur (thighbone) and had an operation on it.

The femur has an upper, middle and lower section. The lower section of the femur is connected to the lower leg bones by the knee joint. The lower section of your femur is broken. The break consists of multiple broken parts.

You had an operation to bring the broken parts of your femur back together and put them into their normal position. The break was stabilized using a pressure screw.

The pressure screw makes the treated bone parts press together in a certain 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

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

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