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5-795.10:

Repositioning of fracture and luxation: Open repositioning of a simple fracture in small bones: By screw: Clavicle

Your collarbone (clavicle) was broken and was surgically stabilized using devices.

The collarbone (clavicle) is a bone at the front of the ribcage. It runs from the ribcage to the shoulder and joins the shoulder blade at the shoulder.

You had an operation to have the fragments of your collarbone (clavicle) returned to their normal position and put back together. Your collarbone (clavicle) was then stabilized using one or more screws.

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).