[Auto- and homoplastic grafts in the treatment of osteolytic lesions]

Based on 32 cases of neoplastic and degenerative lesions, the indications and limits of auto- and alloplastic grafts are discussed. Grafting was successful in all of the cases, obtaining excellent clinical and radiographic results. An auto graft may be used to more rapidly fill cavities which remain after curettage has been performed, but the limited availability of grafts, the need for a second operation, and the weakening of the donor site encourage us to develop more practical methods of removal and preservation of the allograft.