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Repositioning of fracture and luxation: Open repositioning of a simple fracture in small bones: By (Blount) clips: Other

One or more of your bones were broken and were surgically stabilized using devices.

You had an operation to return the parts of the affected bones to their normal position and put them back together. The fracture sites were then stabilized using clips.

The clips are being used to press parts of your bone together.

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).