Pericardial closure without pericardial substitute.
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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.
Medical subject headings
- Pericardiectomy