[Bone transplantation methods].

Author sums on the basis of the literature of this country and of the international literature the more frequently used methods of bone substitution, their mechanical and biological characteristics. On the basis of the practice of their institute and of the international publications it can be stated that beside the usual transplantation of preserved bone the always increasing clinical claim makes the introduction and the knowledge of other methods also necessary. The advantages and disadvantages of the bone grafts of different types are detailed. It is stated that none of the implantates of different characteristics fulfils perfectly the ideal mechanical and biological requirements. To obtain the possibly best result it is recommended to choose, and on individual indication, the bone substitution method that will fulfil in the given case the requirements desired.