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Delayed primary closure after sternal wound infection.

J A Johnson1, W E Gall, A E Gundersen

  • 1Department of Thoracic and Cardiovascular Surgery, Wisconsin Heart Institute, Gundersen/Lutheran Medical Center, La Crosse 54601.

The Annals of Thoracic Surgery
|February 1, 1989
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Delayed primary closure effectively treats sternal wound infections after cardiac surgery, offering simpler care and better cosmetic outcomes compared to traditional methods. This approach ensures sternal healing with fewer complications for patients.

Area of Science:

  • Cardiovascular Surgery
  • Infectious Diseases
  • Wound Healing

Background:

  • Infected median sternotomy is a significant complication following cardiac operations.
  • Sternal wound infections necessitate specialized treatment to ensure patient recovery and sternal integrity.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To evaluate the efficacy and outcomes of delayed primary closure for treating sternal wound infections.
  • To compare delayed primary closure with other treatment methods for sternal wound infections.

Main Methods:

  • Retrospective analysis of 25 patients treated for sternal wound infections over 30 months.
  • Eighteen patients underwent delayed primary closure, with specific criteria including clean wound beds and negative cultures prior to closure.
  • Pectoralis muscle flaps were used in 3 patients; others received local wound care.

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Main Results:

  • Delayed primary closure was successful in 15 of 18 patients (83%), leading to uneventful healing.
  • Sternal healing was ultimately achieved in all 18 patients treated with delayed primary closure.
  • Complications included sternal dehiscence in 2 patients and superficial infection in 1, all managed successfully.

Conclusions:

  • Delayed primary closure is an effective and acceptable alternative for managing sternal wound infections.
  • This method offers advantages such as simpler wound care and reduced cosmetic deformity.
  • Outcomes are comparable to classic methods, making it a valuable treatment option.