Wound complications after cardiac surgery: a new approach to healing by secondary intention
Abstract:
Sternal wound complications after cardiac surgery occur in 0.4% to 8% of all cases and have a mortality rate as high as 27%. Treatment varies and does not always yield favorable results. This article discusses normal wound healing versus healing by secondary intention. Risk factors and factors that delay healing are highlighted. A case study describes the utilization of the Bard absorption dressing to promote the healing process in a sternal wound complication. This treatment modality proved to be effective as a nontraditional approach to healing by secondary intention.
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