title: Sternotomy.
abstract: Median sternotomy is one of the most frequent accesses in cardio-thoracic surgery. Surgical techniques, indications and pitfalls of this incision are described.
authors.affiliation: Hôpitaux Universitaires de Strasbourg, Département de Chirurgie Thoracique, Hôpital Civil, 1 Place de l'Hôpital, 67000 Strasbourg, France.
authors.forename: Nicolas
authors.initials: N
authors.lastname: Dürrleman
authors.forename: Gilbert
authors.initials: G
authors.lastname: Massard