Sternal fractures: "Operative treatment" should be kept in mind
Banu Yoldas1, Hidir Esme, Mustafa Calik
1Izmir Dr. Suat Seren Chest Diseases and Surgery Education and Research Hospital, Thoracic Surgery Department, Izmir, Turkey.
Abstract:
Isolated sternal fracture is a benign condition which generally heals with conservative treatment. But sometimes surgical intervention is necessary due to pain, other organ injury and union problems. There are several ways for repair; however, the best method is not yet defined. In this report, we presented two cases who were treated surgically for different indications with different suture materials. When anatomically correction can be achieved, using suture materials is a safe and effective method.
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