The autologous cancellous bone is formed by trabecular bone, porous, and highly cellular. Since this graft is very important in orthopedic surgery of small animals, the purpose of this paper is to describe the function, donor sites, precautions, application methods, indications, and contraindications. It stimulates the bone formation because it provides live cells and growth factors, but it did not have mechanical support. Cranial dorsal wing of the ilium, proximal humerus, proximal tibia, and distal femur are the most common harvest sites used in dogs. The wing of the ilium is the most satisfactory harvest site in cats. To maximize the graft incorporation with the tissue it is necessary to take care during the harvest and transference to recipient site. In addition, it may be put into the recipient site with no compression. The frequency of complications is considered low.
surgery; orthopedic; dogs; cats
