Sternal closure with reabsorbable pin and cord in pediatric-less invasive cardiac surgery.
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Abstract
In pediatric less invasive cardiac surgery, we recently closed a patient's sternum using reabsorbable radiolucent poly-(L-lactide) acid sternal pins together with multifilament polydioxanone cord after a lower partial median sternotomy. This combination completely prevents postoperative sternal deformity, and leaves no radiopaque material identifiable radiographically, which is a significant cosmetic benefit.
Medical subject headings
- Bone Nails
- Cardiac Surgical Procedures
- Sternum
- Suture Techniques