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Sternal wire closure by an instrumental method

J D Cohn, M V Dos Santos

    American Journal of Surgery
    |November 1, 1976
    PubMed
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    A new instrument simplifies sternal wire closure after median sternotomy. This device ensures proper tension and automatically trims wires, making the closure technique easy and reproducible for routine use.

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    Area of Science:

    • Cardiovascular Surgery
    • Surgical Instrumentation
    • Biomedical Engineering

    Background:

    • Median sternotomy is a common surgical approach, particularly in cardiac procedures.
    • Effective closure of the sternum is crucial for patient recovery and preventing complications.
    • Current sternal closure methods can be time-consuming and may not always achieve optimal tension.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To introduce and evaluate a novel instrument designed for sternal wire closure.
    • To assess the efficiency and reproducibility of sternal approximation using the new instrument.
    • To improve the expediency and reliability of median sternotomy closure.

    Main Methods:

    • Development of a specialized instrument for tightening sternal wires.
    • Application of the instrument to achieve approximation of the sternum under controlled tension.

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  • Automatic trimming of the sternal wire by the instrument post-tightening.

    • Main Results:

    • The instrument effectively tightens applied sternal wires, enabling proper tension establishment.
    • The device facilitates expeditious closure of the median sternotomy.
    • The technique demonstrated ease of use and reproducibility, suitable for routine application.

    Conclusions:

    • The developed instrument offers an efficient and reliable method for sternal wire closure.
    • This innovation simplifies the sternotomy closure process, enhancing surgical workflow.
    • The ease and reproducibility support its routine adoption in surgical practice.