Pericardial closure without pericardial substitute.

Berry, W R; Klingman, R R; Ferraris, V A · Ann Thorac Surg · 1993

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Abstract

Primary closure of the native pericardium is recommended whenever possible, and pericardial substitutes are advocated when primary closure is not feasible. To avoid foreign material, we have employed a unique method of dissection to allow mediastinal coverage without tension.

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