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5-931.1:

Information about the graft and the materials used: Type of cartilage substitute, bone substitute and osteosynthesis material used: (Partially) Absorbable material

During an operation on bone or cartilage, you had special synthetic material implanted.

This type of material is often used to treat or replace bone or cartilage. The material used in your case has been made so that it will break down in your body after a certain time.

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).