OPS-Code 5-784.1j:
Operations on other bones: Bone transplantation and transposition: Transplantation of a cortico-spongiosa chip, autogenous, open surgical: Patella
You had an operation to place bone material in your kneecap.
The kneecap sits at the front of the knee. It protects the knee joint. It is also important for knee movements. When you bend and stretch the knee, the kneecap slides along the femur. Firm tissue connects the kneecap to the muscle at the front of the thigh and to the tibia.
The operation involved opening the area concerned via an incision in your skin. The bone material for your kneecap was taken from another part of your body beforehand.
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
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
The explanation of the OPS code was provided by the non-profit organization “Was hab’ ich?” gemeinnützige GmbH on behalf of the Federal Ministry of Health (BMG).