title: [Simplified technique for closure of median sternotomy incision: the use of bone stapler].
abstract: A new technique with the bone stapler (Staplizer) was applied in 11 patients undergoing open-heart surgery for closure of a median sternotomy incision. The staplers were used for fixation of the sternum following partial trans-sternal fixation with two wires. The method was quick and easy to perform, and effective in establishing firm and permanent approximation of the sternum. There were no instances of dehiscence among all the patients with stapler closure. We therefore recommend this technique in median sternotomy closure except for patients with the osteoporotic or elastic sternum.
authors.forename: M
authors.initials: M
authors.lastname: Hashiguchi
authors.forename: Y
authors.initials: Y
authors.lastname: Morishita
authors.forename: S
authors.initials: S
authors.lastname: Fukuda
authors.forename: S
authors.initials: S
authors.lastname: Shimokawa
authors.forename: T
authors.initials: T
authors.lastname: Yuda
authors.forename: A
authors.initials: A
authors.lastname: Taira
mesh_terms: D000293:Adolescent; D000328:Adult; D005260:Female; D006331:Heart Diseases / Q000601:surgery; D006801:Humans; D008297:Male; D008875:Middle Aged; D013249:Sternum / Q000601:surgery*; D013528:Surgical Staplers