[Predictive factors for treatment failure of post-sternotomy wound infections].
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DOI: 10.1556/650.2018.31002
Abstract: INTRODUCTION AND AIM Post-sternotomy wound infection is still a major concern and it affects morbidity, mortality, and hospital costs. Reconstruction failure may further increase these risks with significant financial implications. METHOD Here, we attempted to… read more here.
Keywords: sternotomy; post sternotomy; treatment; sternotomy wound ... See more keywords
Comparison between Vacuum-Assisted Closure Technique and Conventional Approach in Patients with Mediastinitis After Isolated Coronary Artery Bypass Graft Surgery
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DOI: 10.21470/1678-9741-2022-0317
Abstract: Introduction Median sternotomy is the most preferred approach in heart surgery. Post-sternotomy mediastinitis is a catastrophic and potentially life-threatening complication with an incidence rate of 0.15% to 5%, and its overall mortality rate reaches 47%.… read more here.
Keywords: post sternotomy; assisted closure; surgery; vacuum assisted ... See more keywords