OPS-Code 5-840.61:
Operations on the hand: Operations on tendons of the hand: Suture, primary: Flexor tendons finger
Flexor tendons in your fingers were repaired.
Tendons are made up of very firm connective tissue. Tendons attach muscles to bones.Some tendons belong to muscles that extend a joint. These tendons are called extensor tendons. Some tendons belong to muscles that flex a joint. These tendons are called flexor tendons. The repair of your flexor tendons took place a few hours after the injury.
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).