OPS-Code 5-788.0f:
Operations on other bones: Operations on metatarsals and phalanges of the foot: Resection (exostosis): Digitus II to V, 5 or more phalanges
During surgery, bony protrusions were removed from several of your 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 removed bony protrusions were made up of excess bone tissue.
Note
Your doctor will assist you with any health-related questions and explain the OPS code to you in a direct consultation if necessary.
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
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).