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Bone graft Description:
An incision is made over the bone defect and the bone graft is shaped and inserted into and around the defect. The graft is held in place with pins, plates, or screws. The incisions are stitched closed. A splint or cast is usually used to prevent injury or movement while healing.
Indications:
Bone grafts are used for: - bone breaks ( fractures ) with bone loss
- repair of bone that has not healed
- treatment of joints to prevent movement (fusion)
What to Expect After:
Most bone grafts are successful in helping the bone defect to heal with little risk of graft rejection .
Convalescence:
Depends on the injury or defect being repaired. Can vary from 1 to 10 days. Vigorous exercise may be restricted for up to 3 months.
Risks:
Risks for any anesthesia are: Risks for any surgery are:
Cost:
The costs of any surgery varies significantly between surgeons, medical facilities, and regions of the country. Patients who are younger, sicker, or need more extensive surgery will require more intensive and expensive treatment.
Surgery charges can be separated into five parts: 1) the surgeon's fee, 2) the anesthesiologist's fee, 3) the hospital charges, which includes nursing care and the operating room, 4) the medications, and 5) additional charges.
1. Surgeon's fee: variable
2. Anesthesiologist's fee: averages $350 to $400 per hour
3. Hospital charges: basic rate averages $1,500 to $1,800 per day (more for the intensive care unit (ICU) or private rooms)
4. Medication charges: $200 to $400
5. Additional charges: assisting surgeon, treatment of complications, diagnostic procedures (such as blood or Xray exams), medical supplies, or equipment use.
Insurance coverage for surgery expenses depends on many factors and should be explored for each individual instance.
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