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Pelvic reconstruction after bone-graft harvesting
1Department of Orthopaedics, Royal Children's Hospital, Parkville, Victoria, Australia.
Journal of Pediatric Orthopedics
|May 1, 1994
Summary
This study presents a technique for reconstructing pelvic defects after bone graft removal. It utilizes excised rib bone, offering a solution for spinal surgery patients needing iliac crest grafts.
Area of Science:
- Orthopedic Surgery
- Spinal Surgery
- Reconstructive Surgery
Background:
- Spinal pathologies often necessitate bone grafting procedures.
- The iliac crest is a common donor site for bone grafts.
- Iliac crest bone removal can result in significant pelvic defects.
Purpose of the Study:
- To describe a method for reconstructing pelvic defects.
- To utilize excised rib bone for pelvic defect reconstruction.
- To provide an alternative to leaving major defects after iliac crest harvesting.
Main Methods:
- A surgical technique is detailed for pelvic defect reconstruction.
- Excised rib bone from thoracoabdominal procedures is employed.
- The method focuses on utilizing this specific bone source.
Main Results:
- The described technique allows for the reconstruction of pelvic defects.
- It offers a viable use for excised rib bone.
- This method addresses the issue of major defects post-bone grafting.
Conclusions:
- Pelvic defects following iliac crest bone grafting can be reconstructed.
- Excised rib bone is a suitable material for this reconstruction.
- The described technique provides a solution for managing donor site defects.