| Literature DB >> 10757149 |
F Robicsek, A Fokin, J Cook, D Bhatia.
Abstract
The purpose of this paper is to discuss sternal instability a problem occasionally associated with midline sternotomy, including the etiology, predisposing conditions, diagnosis and management. Among the methods of repair, sternal weaving and pectoralis muscle advancement are thought to be especially effective.Mesh:
Year: 2000 PMID: 10757149 DOI: 10.1055/s-2000-9945
Source DB: PubMed Journal: Thorac Cardiovasc Surg ISSN: 0171-6425 Impact factor: 1.827