5-798.4:
Repositioning of fracture and luxation: Open repositioning of a pelvic brim and pelvic ring fracture: By plate, anterior pelvic ring
The front of your pelvis was broken and was surgically stabilized using devices.
The pelvis is made up of different bones. There are 3 bones on each side which each merge to form one large pelvic bone. A joint connects these two large pelvic bones to the sacrum at the back of the body. The sacrum is part of the lower spine. The two pelvic bones plus the sacrum form a bony pelvic ring or girdle. At the front, the two pelvic bones are firmly connected to each other by ligaments and cartilage fibers.
You had an operation to have the fragments of your pelvis returned to their normal position and put back together. The front of your pelvis was then stabilized using one or more plates.
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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