| Article ID | Journal | Published Year | Pages | File Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2876538 | The Annals of Thoracic Surgery | 2011 | 7 Pages |
Abstract
Adhesive-enhanced closure is a safe and simple addition to conventional wire closure, with demonstrated benefits on functional recovery, respiratory capacity, incisional pain, and analgesic requirements. A large, multicenter, randomized controlled trial to examine the potential of the adhesive to prevent major sternal complications in higher risk patients is warranted.
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Authors
Paul W.M. MD, PhD, Teresa M. MD, Andrew M. MD, Margaret RN, Aleksey MD, Pamela LeBlanc, Jae K. MD, PhD, Kathryn M. RN, PhD,