Sternal Hardware Migration Following Rigid Plate Fixation After Coronary Artery Bypass Graft.

Hao Huang1, Craig R Smith2, Jeffrey A Ascherman1

  • 1Division of Plastic Surgery, Department of Surgery, NewYork-Presbyterian, Columbia University Irving Medical Center, New York, New York.

Summary

Rigid plate fixation for sternotomy closure is popular, but this case report highlights the rare risk of hardware migration. Early recognition and management by a multidisciplinary team are crucial for patient safety.