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OPS-Code 8-401.5:

Skeletal traction: Traction using Kirschner wires: Finger traction splint

A broken bone in one or more of your fingers was treated.

For this purpose, a special wire was inserted into the bone. A clamp was attached to the wire. This allows tension to be applied to the bone pieces. This is to make the bone pieces be realigned correctly and also immobilized. A plaster splint was also attached to your fingers.

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).