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Open surgical and other joint operations: Open surgical operation on a joint: Implantation of a drug delivery system: Symphysis
An operation has involved implanting a drug delivery system into your pubic symphysis.
The pubic symphysis is located at the front of the pelvis.
A drug delivery system is a particular material that contains medication. The drug delivery system usually releases the medication to the surrounding tissue over a long period of time.
The operation involved opening the joint concerned via an incision in your skin.
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
Source
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