OPS-Code 5-854.51:
Operations on muscles, tendons, fasciae and bursas: Reconstruction of tendons: Replacement plasty with graft: Shoulder and axilla
Part of one or more tendons in your shoulder area was bridged.
Tendons are made up of very firm connective tissue. Tendons attach muscles to bones.To bridge a damaged area of a tendon, the body’s own tissue, donor tissue or synthetic materials can be used.
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).