OPS-Code 5-79a.gq:
Repositioning of fracture and luxation: Closed repositioning of a joint luxation with osteosynthesis: By intramedullary wire: Metatarsophalangeal joint
One or more joints between your metatarsal bones and the phalanges of your foot were realigned and stabilized using aids.
The foot is made up of a lot of small bones and joints. The lower leg is connected to the tarsus. Then comes the metatarsus and then the individual toes. The metatarsus consists of 5 elongated metatarsal bones. The big toe consists of 2 toe bones. The other toes consist of 3 toe bones. The individual phalanges of the foot are connected to each other via a joint.
The bones of the affected joints between your metatarsal bones and the phalanges of your foot were first returned to their correct position. The joints between your metatarsal bones and the phalanges of your foot were 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).