5-800.cj:
Open surgical and other joint operations: Open surgical operation on a joint: Resection of parts and/or remains of ligaments: Proximal tibiofibular joint
An operation on the joint nearest your body between your tibia and your fibula has involved removing parts of ligaments.
The joint nearest your body between your tibia and your fibula is part of the knee joint.
The body’s ligaments consist of tough connective tissue. Ligaments hold the joints together and ensure that we can move our joints normally.
The operation involved opening the joint 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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