Modified pericardial closure to protect cardiovascular structures during sternal reentry.
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Abstract
A technique is described for covering the anterior surface of the heart and bypass grafts with autologous pericardium after myocardial revascularization. A trapezoidal flap is created that incorporates bilateral relaxing incisions to avoid distortion of grafts or increased risk of pericardial tamponade.
Medical subject headings
- Myocardial Revascularization
- Pericardium
- Sternum
- Surgical Flaps