• Title of article

    Use of a Cast Spreader During Reoperative Sternotomy

  • Author/Authors

    John W. Rhee MD، نويسنده , , John R. Garrett MD، نويسنده ,

  • Issue Information
    روزنامه با شماره پیاپی سال 1997
  • Pages
    1
  • From page
    863
  • To page
    863
  • Abstract
    We report a modified use for an old tool: separation of the sternal edges during repeat sternotomy with a cast spreader. We have found that this technique improves our exposure, causes no trauma to bone, and minimizes the risk of damage to underlying mediastinal structures.
  • Journal title
    The Annals of Thoracic Surgery
  • Serial Year
    1997
  • Journal title
    The Annals of Thoracic Surgery
  • Record number

    614550

    • Link To Document
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