Can the donor graft be bulletized once prepared in an OATS procedure to fit into the recipient base?

In an Osteochondral Autograft Transfer System (OATS) procedure, the donor graft can indeed be bulletized after preparation to fit into the recipient base effectively. This process involves shaping the graft in a way that allows it to fit snugly into the prepared defect in the recipient site. Bulletizing helps ensure that the graft is adequately contoured to match the curvature and dimensions of the area being treated, promoting optimal integration and function after the surgical procedure. This adaptability is crucial for ensuring that the graft provides the necessary support and healing properties where the cartilage and bone need to be repaired.

The other options imply limitations that do not align with the practice of graft fitting. Bulletizing is not contingent on the size of the graft or whether the procedure is partial; rather, it is a standard technique applied to facilitate the proper placement of the graft regardless of these variables.