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Ectopic ossification, a rare post-operation complication, occurred with cutaneous infection in an 80-year-old man after coronary artery bypass grafting. Surgical removal of infected sternal wires led to wound healing without altering the ossification.

Area of Science:

  • Medical Case Study
  • Surgical Complications
  • Bone Metabolism

Background:

  • Ectopic ossification is a rare but serious complication following major surgical procedures.
  • Coronary artery bypass grafting (CABG) can present unique challenges for post-operative recovery.
  • Metaplastic ossification involves the formation of bone in non-osseous tissues.

Observation:

  • An 80-year-old male patient developed cutaneous infection and metaplastic ossification.
  • The patient had undergone coronary artery bypass grafting four years prior to presentation.
  • Computed tomography revealed a partial pseudarthrosis of the sternum at the surgical site.

Findings:

  • Surgical excision of the infected sternal scar and removal of sternal wires were performed.

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  • The patient's wound healed completely within eight months post-surgery.
  • The cutaneous ossification remained unchanged following the intervention.

    • Implications:

    • This case highlights the potential for late-onset complications after cardiac surgery.
    • Early identification and surgical management of infected sternal wounds are crucial.
    • Further research may elucidate the mechanisms linking sternal wound complications and ectopic ossification.