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Gregor Hauschild, H.-A. Merten, A. Bader, G. Uhr, A. Deivick, A. Meyer-Lindenberg, M. Fehr
Bioartificial bone grafting:Tarsal joint fusion in a dog using a bioartificial composite bone graft consisting of -tricalciumphosphate and platelet rich plasma A case report
Keywords: Bonegraft, β -tricalciumphosphate
Grafting of large bone defects caused by trauma or tumor resection still remains a problem to solve. In experimental studies as well as in human dentistry, osteoconduction and biodegradation of the -tricalciumphosphate Cerasorb as well as osteoinductive capabilities of platelet rich plasma have been proven. In case of luxation of the right tarsal joint, including a compressive fracture of the forth tarsal bone, the recommended use of autologous cancellous bone to support osseous fusion was replaced by the use of a bioartificial bone graft. Biodegradation of the bone graft was proven clinically and radiographically. Complete osseous fusion of the intertarsal joint occurred. The use of the -tricalciumphosphate Cerasorb in combination with platelet rich plasma to support a partial arthrodesis of the tarsal joint in a dog did not impede the healing process but led to full recovery of the patient, indicating that this concept of bioartificial bone grafting could support bone healing.
Veterinary and Comparative Orthopaedics and Traumatology, Schattauer
Print ISSN: 0932-0814
Volume: 18
Pages: 52 - 54