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Pericardial closure without pericardial substitute

W R Berry1, R R Klingman, V A Ferraris

  • 1Division of Cardiothoracic Surgery, Albany Medical College, New York.

The Annals of Thoracic Surgery
|June 1, 1993
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This study presents a novel dissection technique for mediastinal coverage, avoiding foreign materials. The method allows for tension-free closure, prioritizing native pericardium use in cardiac surgery.

Area of Science:

  • Cardiovascular Surgery
  • Thoracic Surgery
  • Surgical Innovation

Background:

  • Primary closure of the native pericardium is the preferred method for mediastinal coverage.
  • Pericardial substitutes are utilized when primary closure is not feasible, introducing foreign material.
  • Tension during mediastinal closure can lead to complications.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To describe a unique dissection method for tension-free mediastinal coverage.
  • To avoid the use of foreign materials in pericardial closure.
  • To facilitate primary closure of the native pericardium whenever possible.

Main Methods:

  • A novel dissection technique was employed.
  • The method focuses on achieving mediastinal coverage without tension.

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  • Emphasis is placed on utilizing the patient's native pericardium.

    • Main Results:

    • The described technique allows for tension-free mediastinal coverage.
    • Foreign material implantation was successfully avoided.
    • Facilitated primary closure of the native pericardium was achieved.

    Conclusions:

    • A unique dissection method enables tension-free mediastinal coverage without foreign material.
    • This technique supports the preference for native pericardium closure in thoracic procedures.
    • Minimizing foreign material is crucial in surgical interventions.