Effective median sternotomy closure in high-risk open heart patients.
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- Also identified by DOI 10.1016/j.athoracsur.2009.05.057.
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Abstract
We describe a novel surgical technique with a median sternotomy closure in high-risk open heart patients. In contrast to conventional sternal closure, in which sternal wires are passed through the intercostal space, the novel technique in sternal closure passes sternal wires transcostally or through costo-chondral joints.
Medical subject headings
- Bone Wires
- Cardiac Surgical Procedures
- Sternum
- Suture Techniques