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Arthroscopic joint operations: Arthroscopic operation on the synovial membrane: Synovectomy, total: Knee

The joint membrane of your knee joint has been completely removed.

Joints are encased in a joint capsule. The synovial membrane lines the inside of the joint capsule.

You have had an arthroscopy to remove the joint membrane from your knee joint. An arthroscopy first involves making a small incision in the skin. A camera was pushed through this incision. This camera sends images of the inside of the joint to a screen. Instruments such as forceps and scissors can be inserted into the joint through other small incisions.

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).