About Bone Grafting
Key Highlights
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Promotes natural bone regeneration and healingProvides structural support for weakened or damaged bonesCan utilize patient's own bone, donor bone, or synthetic materialsEssential for successful spinal fusions and joint replacementsMinimally invasive techniques available for certain casesHigh success rates in restoring bone function and stability/ul
Who is this surgery for?
- Non-union or delayed union of fractures
- Bone defects following trauma or injury
- Bone loss due to infection (osteomyelitis)
- Reconstruction after tumor removal
- Spinal fusion surgeries for degenerative disc disease or instability
- Revision joint replacement surgeries with bone loss
- Congenital bone defects or deformities
- Dental implant procedures requiring jawbone augmentation
How to prepare
- Comprehensive medical evaluation including blood tests and imaging (X-rays, CT scans)
- Disclosure of all medications, supplements, and allergies to the surgical team
- Smoking cessation at least 2-4 weeks before surgery to improve healing
- Management of chronic conditions like diabetes or hypertension
- Fasting for 8-12 hours before the procedure if general anesthesia is planned
- Arranging for post-operative assistance and transportation
- Discussion of graft source options (autograft, allograft, or synthetic) with the surgeon
Risks & possible complications
- Infection at the surgical or donor site
- Bleeding, hematoma, or excessive swelling
- Graft rejection or failure to integrate with existing bone
- Nerve or blood vessel damage near the surgical area
- Pain at the donor site (for autografts)
- Blood clots (deep vein thrombosis)
- Anesthesia-related complications
- Persistent pain or stiffness in the affected area
Recovery & hospital stay
- Hospital stay typically required for monitoring and initial pain management
- Use of casts, braces, or crutches to protect the graft site
- Pain medication and antibiotics as prescribed to prevent infection
- Elevation and ice application to reduce swelling in the initial days
- Gradual return to weight-bearing activities as guided by the surgeon
- Physical therapy to restore strength, flexibility, and range of motion
- Regular follow-up appointments and imaging to monitor bone healing
- Avoidance of smoking and maintaining a nutritious diet rich in calcium and vitamin D
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Typical hospital stay: 1-3 days
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Expected recovery time: 6 weeks to 6 months
Frequently Asked Questions
If you are considering bone grafting in India, these questions and answers can help you make a confident, informed decision.
Popular choices for bone grafting in India include Medanta The Medicity, Kamineni Hospital LB Nagar, Miot Hospital Chennai, Nanavati Max Hospital, Kamineni Hospital, King Koti, known for experienced specialists and advanced surgical infrastructure.
Look at the doctor’s years of experience, hospital association, patient reviews, and how often they perform bone grafting. MediFyr helps you compare orthopedists and book consultations online.
The overall cost depends on hospital category, surgeon’s experience, room type, implant or device used (if any), length of stay, tests, and post-operative care. Our team can help you get cost estimates from multiple hospitals before you decide.
Procedure cost in other countries
Here is an overview of how the estimated cost, hospital stay, and recovery time for bone grafting compare across other countries where we have data.
Top hospitals for Bone Grafting in India
These partner hospitals in India have dedicated orthopedics teams and experience managing patients undergoing bone grafting.
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Orthopedists for Bone Grafting
Explore experienced orthopedists who regularly perform bone grafting and provide pre- and post-operative care in India.
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