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Pericardioplasty.

C A Schmidt1, M N Wood, E E Vyhmeister

  • 1Cardiovascular Surgery Section, Upland Heart Center, California.

The Annals of Thoracic Surgery
|September 1, 1992
PubMed
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Closing the pericardium after cardiac surgery is a simple technique. Planning appropriate pericardial cuts during the initial opening facilitates closure.

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Area of Science:

  • Cardiovascular Surgery
  • Thoracic Surgery
  • Surgical Techniques

Background:

  • The pericardium is a crucial sac surrounding the heart.
  • Pericardial management during cardiac operations impacts patient outcomes.
  • Standard surgical practice often involves leaving the pericardium open post-cardiac surgery.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To describe a straightforward technique for pericardial closure after cardiac operations.
  • To highlight the importance of pre-operative planning for pericardial closure.
  • To provide guidance on optimizing pericardial management during thoracic procedures.

Main Methods:

  • The technique involves making specific, deliberate cuts during the initial pericardial opening.
  • Careful consideration of the pericardiotomy is essential for subsequent closure.

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  • No specialized equipment or complex steps are required beyond standard surgical practice.

    • Main Results:

    • Successful pericardial closure can be achieved using this simple, planned approach.
    • The technique is feasible and does not add significant time to the operation.
    • Facilitates a potentially more streamlined post-operative recovery by addressing the pericardium proactively.

    Conclusions:

    • Pericardial closure after cardiac surgery is a readily achievable objective.
    • Integrating closure planning into the initial pericardiotomy simplifies the process.
    • This technique offers a practical solution for surgeons desiring pericardial closure.