OPS-Code 5-790.da:
Repositioning of fracture and luxation: Closed repositioning of a fracture or epiphyseal separation with osteosynthesis: By external fixator with internal osteosynthesis: Carpals
You have broken one or more carpal bones in your hand. These have now been surgically stabilized.
The hand is made up of a lot of small bones and joints. The hand can be divided into 3 sections. The wrist (carpus) is directly connected to the forearm. Then comes the metacarpus and then the individual fingers.The carpus consists of 8 carpal bones. There are 2 rows of them. The lower row is closer to the wrist. The upper row (of bones) is towards the fingers. The carpal bones are connected to each other via joints.
The carpal bone fragments concerned were put back in their normal place, and a special fixation system and other special aids were used to join and stabilize them for you.To stabilize bones or parts of bones, various aids can be used. They can be made of metal or plastic, for example.The special fixation system involves inserting metal pins or screws through the skin from outside and into the bone. These are then joined to one another outside the body using a holding system.
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).