Table 1

Spinal Surgical Procedures Employing Bone Grafts 2007

IndicationEstimated Number of ProceduresPercentage Using Bone GraftsNumber of Procedures Using Bone Grafts
Spinal Fusions451,00075.0%338,250
Vertebral Fractures307,00085.0%260,950
Total758,00078.7%599,200
  • Spinal fusion procedures include cervical, lumbar, and thoracic fusions.

  • Source: PearlDiver Technologies Data and Consulting Services