One-stage sternal stenting with homograft bone after cardiac operation in pediatric patients.
case_report · Level V
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Abstract
Low cardiac output after open heart operations in neonates and infants carries a high mortality. Delayed sternal closure may be life-saving but may prolong hospital stay and increase costs. To circumvent these issues, we shaped homograft bone and interposed it between the sternal edges to allow primary wound closure in 2 pediatric patients. Midterm results are satisfactory.
Medical subject headings
- Bone Transplantation
- Cardiac Surgical Procedures
- Stents
- Sternum