What might necessitate the use of the plunger with the OsteoAuger Bone Graft Harvesting System?

The use of the plunger with the OsteoAuger Bone Graft Harvesting System is primarily to apply additional force during the retrieval of bone graft material. This plunger helps to ensure that the graft can be effectively harvested from the intended site, particularly in denser bone or when greater resistance is encountered during the harvesting process.

Applying additional force assists in overcoming any friction or binding that may occur, thereby facilitating a smoother and more efficient graft collection. This capability is essential to ensure that adequate amounts of viable bone graft material are obtained, which can directly impact the success of the subsequent surgical procedure.

Other options such as enhancing patient safety, monitoring the depth of harvest, or mitigating infection risk do not directly correlate with the primary function of the plunger in this specific context of graft retrieval, though they may be important considerations in the broader use of the system.