Reinforced sternal closure

Ann Thorac Surg. 1991 May;51(5):844-5. doi: 10.1016/0003-4975(91)90151-f.

Abstract

A technique of reinforced sternal closure with stainless steel struts is described. Stable sternum avoids severe complications such as mediastinitis and sternal dehiscence.

MeSH terms

  • Humans
  • Mediastinitis / prevention & control
  • Postoperative Complications / prevention & control
  • Stainless Steel
  • Sternum / surgery*
  • Surgical Wound Dehiscence / prevention & control
  • Suture Techniques*

Substances

  • Stainless Steel