Bone Graft Harvesting Surgery rib trial courtroom videos. Illustrates the surgical technique for performing the removal of a section of rib. This bone is used elsewhere in the body to provide a strut for support and to assist bony fusion. Also shown is the patient position, skin preparation and incision, the surgical approach, removal of the rib section, application of hemostasis pads and finally wound closure. The goal of the bone graft harvesting procedure is to obtain a sufficient amount of bone graft for the fusion operation, while minimizing the effects of its removal. You will be lying on your front and the skin on your back will be cleaned. An incision will be made over the rib, and a section of rib removed for grafting. Pads to stop bleeding will be applied to the bone ends, and then the wound will be closed with sutures. Visit http://www.medilaw.tv for more information. Bone Graft Harvesting Surgery rib trial courtroom videos.
