OPS-Code 5-784.5w:
Operations on other bones: Bone transplantation and transposition: Cartilage-bone transplantation, autogenous: Phalanges of the foot
You had an operation to place bone material and cartilage in the phalanges of the foot (toe bones).
The foot is made up of a lot of small bones and joints. The lower leg is connected to the tarsus. Then comes the metatarsus and then the individual toes.The big toe consists of 2 toe bones. The other toes consist of 3 toe bones.The bones in a joint are covered with cartilage. When the joint is moved, the cartilage prevents the bones from rubbing against one another. The cartilage is normally strong and elastic, with a smooth surface.
The bone material for your toe bones was taken together with cartilage 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).