Tailored syringes as 'bridging skeleton' in delayed sternal closure of complex congenital heart operation
Journal
Thoracic and Cardiovascular Surgeon
Journal Volume
41
Journal Issue
6
Pages
355-356
Date Issued
1993
Author(s)
Abstract
We propose a new technique using trimmed plastic syringes as a "bridging skeleton" in delayed sternal closure for complex congenital heart surgery. The technique achieves at low cost good stability and the necessary compliance vital for ultimate survival.
Type
journal article