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Minimally-Invasive Bone Graft Harvesting Technique Without Sophisticated Instruments

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Bone graft is required for various reconstructive orthopedic procedures. At times, a small amount of cancellous bone graft is required, especially in hand and upper limb surgeries. We describe a minimally invasive technique to harvest bone graft from the iliac crest that may help reduce the morbidity associated with the procedure. This technique uses simple instruments readily available in any orthopedic operation theater.


 

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