OPS-Code 5-785.3h:
Operations on other bones: Implantation of alloplastic bone replacement: Ceramic bone replacement, absorbable: Distal femur
An artificial bone substitute was inserted into your thighbone.
The femur has an upper, middle and lower section.The lower section of the femur is connected to the lower leg bones by the knee joint.The bone substitute was inserted at the lower section of your thighbone.
A specialized material was used for the bone substitute. Over time, this material can be broken down by the body and replaced with you own bone tissue.
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).