Surgeons often encounter cases that demand bone grafting to promote healing or to fill bone defects. The choices abound – autologous grafts, allografts, and even synthetic substitutes. In an era where healthcare decisions weigh both efficacy and cost, how does...
As surgeons continually refine techniques to enhance outcomes, the usage of autografts remains a cornerstone in spinal fusion and orthopedic procedures. Their superiority stems from innate biocompatibility and osteoproliferation. But, like all surgical components,...
Surgeons across specialties, from spine and orthopedic to foot and ankle, understand the pivotal role of bone grafting in fostering enhanced bone healing. And while autologous cancellous bone grafting stands out as a leading technique, misconceptions surrounding the...
In the dynamic world of surgical innovation, bone graft substitutes have saturated the market, presenting surgeons with a variety of choices. This abundance of alternatives, spanning from traditional cadaveric allografts to synthetic substitutes, provides numerous...
Bone grafting plays a crucial role in various orthopedic procedures. The selection of an optimal autograft site is vital to ensure successful outcomes with minimal patient discomfort and complications. Frequently, the posterior superior iliac spine has been the most...
