Current use of biologic graft extenders for spinal fusion.
Publication/Presentation Date
9-1-2012
Abstract
Use of biologic graft extenders in spinal fusions is increasing. Multiple allograft alternatives exist to the "gold-standard" autologous bone grafting. The ideal graft extender is osteoconductive, osteoinductive and has osteogenic potential. While the ideal graft extender has yet to be found, available bone graft extenders have varying degrees of predominantly osteoconductive and osteoinductive properties. This review will provide an update on available graft extenders including bone morphogenetic proteins, mesenchymal stem cells, and demineralized bone matrix. The goal is to provide a review of the current use in spinal fusions and future directions in biologics for spinal fusion.
Volume
56
Issue
3
First Page
203
Last Page
207
ISSN
0390-5616
Published In/Presented At
Coseo, N. M., Saldua, N., & Harrop, J. (2012). Current use of biologic graft extenders for spinal fusion. Journal of neurosurgical sciences, 56(3), 203–207.
Disciplines
Business Administration, Management, and Operations | Health and Medical Administration | Management Sciences and Quantitative Methods
PubMedID
22854588
Department(s)
Administration and Leadership
Document Type
Article