| Article ID | Journal | Published Year | Pages | File Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2873946 | The Annals of Thoracic Surgery | 2013 | 8 Pages |
Abstract
The risk of deep sternal wound infection can be minimized in diabetic patients undergoing coronary artery bypass graft surgery by performing ITA harvested in a skeletonized manner with meticulous attention to preserving sternal blood flow. Pedicled harvest is to be discouraged when utilizing both ITA owing to a significant increase in the risk of postoperative deep sternal wound infection.
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Authors
Salil V. MS, MCh, Ishan K. MBBS, Shannon M. MD, MS, Patricia J. MLS, Chaim MD, Salah E. MD, Barry A. MD, Soon J. MD, Lyle D. MD, PhD,