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5-864.5:

Replantation, exarticulation and amputation of extremities and other operations on the locomotor system: Amputation and exarticulation lower extremity: Amputation of medial or distal thigh

You have had an operation to amputate your leg at the thigh.

The operation may have preserved the upper part, or also the central part, of your thigh.

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).