Novel Repair of Clamshell Thoracotomy Sternal Dehiscence after Lung Transplant: A Case Report.
J Chest Surg
; 57(2): 213-216, 2024 Mar 05.
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| ID: mdl-38221730
ABSTRACT
Bilateral transverse thoracosternotomy, or "clamshell" thoracotomy, can be complicated by dehiscence. A 65-year-old male underwent lung transplantation via clamshell thoracotomy, with subsequent sternal dehiscence on postoperative day 11. Upon repair, the previous sternal wires had pulled through, so a Sternal Talon connected to a Recon Talon was utilized to re-approximate the inferior sternum. On follow-up at 3 months, the patient recovered well. Use of the Sternal Talon provides an effective technique for repairing transverse sternal dehiscence.
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En
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J Chest Surg
Year:
2024
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Article
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Estados Unidos