Title of article
T-modification of sternotomy to accommodate a low-lying tracheostomy
Author/Authors
Kenneth J. Woodside، نويسنده , , Joseph B. Zwischenberger، نويسنده , , D. Adrian Olvera، نويسنده , , Vincent R. Conti، نويسنده ,
Issue Information
روزنامه با شماره پیاپی سال 2004
Pages
1
From page
1109
To page
1109
Abstract
A low-lying tracheostomy can complicate a sternotomy for coronary artery bypass grafting. A modified “T” exposure, transecting the manubrium at the first intercostal space, can be utilized to maintain sternoclavicular architecture and avoid injury to the tracheostomy at the sternal notch.
Journal title
The Annals of Thoracic Surgery
Serial Year
2004
Journal title
The Annals of Thoracic Surgery
Record number
607423
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