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A rapid, secure method of sternal closure.

R D Sutherland1, H E Martinez, W A Guynes

  • 1Amarillo Surgical Group, Associated, Amarillo, Texas.

Cardiovascular Diseases
|March 1, 1981
PubMed
Summary

This study presents a modified sternal closure technique using a single parasternal wire per side. This method offers enhanced security and rapid application, preventing sternal separation in high-risk patients.

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Area of Science:

  • Cardiovascular Surgery
  • Thoracic Surgery
  • Surgical Techniques

Background:

  • Traditional sternal closure methods can be prone to complications.
  • Sternal dehiscence poses a significant risk, particularly in patients with comorbidities.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To present a modified sternal closure technique.
  • To evaluate the efficacy and security of this modified technique.

Main Methods:

  • Modification of the Robicsek sternal closure method.
  • Utilizing a single parasternal wire on each side of the sternum.
  • Employing fewer circumferential wires compared to the original technique.

Main Results:

  • The modified technique is as rapid as standard closure methods.
  • Enhanced security is achieved as parasternal wires prevent cutting.
  • No sternal separation occurred in approximately 100 patients with poor sternal bone or chronic lung disease.

Conclusions:

  • The modified sternal closure technique provides a secure and efficient alternative.
  • This method is particularly beneficial for high-risk patients.
  • The technique effectively prevents sternal separation.

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