OPS-Code 5-808.bd:
Open surgical and other joint operations: Open surgical arthrodesis: Toe joint: Interphalangeal joint, digitus II to V, 1 joint
A joint between your toe bones was fused.
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 individual phalanges of the foot are connected to each other via a joint.
If joints are damaged, you can have various symptoms. The symptoms can occur when you move the toe, for example. To prevent these symptoms, joints can be fused. In this process, the bones in the affected joint are fused together in a favorable position. Metal screws, staples, plates, or wires are typically used for this.
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).