5-794.5j:
Repositioning of fracture and luxation: Open repositioning of a multiple fragment fracture in the joint area of a long bone: By external fixator: Patella
You broke your kneecap and had an operation on it.
The kneecap sits at the front of the knee. It protects the knee joint. It is also important for knee movement. When you bend and straighten the knee, the kneecap slides along the femur. Tough tissue connects the kneecap to the muscle at the front of the thigh and to the shinbone.
Your kneecap has broken into various pieces. You had an operation to bring the broken parts of your kneecap back together and put them into their normal position. The break was stabilized using a special brace.
For the special holding system you have had metal pins or screws inserted into your kneecap through the skin from outside. These were then joined outside the body using a holding system.
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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