title: Overview and management of sternal wound infection.
abstract: Sternal wound infection is a life-threatening complication after cardiac surgery associated with high morbidity and mortality. Past treatment options have included closed suction and continuous irrigation. Current paradigms in the management of sternal wound infection include surgical debridement, vacuum-assisted closure therapy, flap coverage, and sternal plating. We provide a general overview of sternal wound infection and treatment options for the plastic surgeon.
authors.affiliation: Division of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, Emory University, Atlanta, Georgia.
authors.forename: Kimberly
authors.initials: K
authors.lastname: Singh
authors.forename: Erica
authors.initials: E
authors.lastname: Anderson
authors.forename: J Garrett
authors.initials: JG
authors.lastname: Harper