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  • Title: Technique to prevent inadvertent paramedian sternotomy.
    Author: Cannata A, Russo CF, Vitali E, Bruschi G.
    Journal: J Card Surg; 2009; 24(3):290-1. PubMed ID: 19438782.
    Abstract:
    Previous reports documented the relationship between inadvertent paramedian sternotomy and postoperative sternal instability and dehiscence.We describe a modification of the technique of median sternotomy in order to prevent inadvertent paramedian sternotomy and related wound complications.
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