OPS-Code 5-806.6:
Open surgical and other joint operations: Open surgical refixation and plasty of the capsular ligaments in the ankle joint: Ligament graft in the lateral ligaments with alloplastic tendon replacement
The ligaments on the outside of your upper ankle joint were reinforced or repaired.
There are 2 bones in the lower leg, the tibia and the fibula. The tibia is on the inside of the leg. The fibula is on the outside of the leg. Both bones in the lower leg have an upper, middle and lower section.At their lower ends the tibia and fibula form the malleolus bones in the ankle. At the top of the ankle the lower ends of the tibia and fibula are connected to a bone at the back of the foot.
The body’s ligaments consist of tough connective tissue. Ligaments hold the joints together and ensure that we can move our joints normally.During your surgery, synthetic material was used to replace the ligaments.
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).