Reoperative median sternotomy.
Sternal reentry for reoperative cardiac procedures poses a substantial risk of technical problems. A simple technique for sternal reentry is described that is both expeditious and safe.
Cardio Vascular Center, Inc, Memphis, Tennessee.
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Garrett
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Matthews
D006801:Humans; D012086:Reoperation; D013249:Sternum / Q000601:surgery*