OPS-Code 5-79a.g5:
Repositioning of fracture and luxation: Closed repositioning of a joint luxation with osteosynthesis: By intramedullary wire: Proximal radioulnar joint
The joint between your ulna and your radius was realigned and stabilized at your elbow using devices.
3 bones meet at the elbow. These are the humerus and the two bones in the forearm. The forearm bones are called the ulna and the radius. The ulna and radius are each connected to the humerus via their own joint. This helps a person to bend and stretch their arm. A third joint in the elbow connects the ulna with the radius. This allows a person to rotate the forearm inwards and outwards. This movement is needed, for example, when screwing in a light bulb.
The bones of the joint between your ulna and your radius were first returned to their correct position. The joint between your ulna and your radius was then stabilized inside the bone using pins or wires.
The purpose of the pins or wires is to stabilize the joint from within. To achieve this, they are inserted into the interior of the bone.
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).