Abstract |
Extensive experience with infected sternotomy wounds treated by aggressive debridement and immediate, laterally based pectoralis muscle flaps has shown this to be a reliable and effective treatment for a major complication previously associated with high morbidity and mortality. This is a plastic surgery operation that saves lives and health care dollars.
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Authors | R D Martin |
Journal | Annals of plastic surgery
(Ann Plast Surg)
Vol. 22
Issue 3
Pg. 243-51
(Mar 1989)
ISSN: 0148-7043 [Print] United States |
PMID | 2735723
(Publication Type: Journal Article)
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Topics |
- Debridement
- Humans
- Methods
- Sternum
(surgery)
- Surgical Flaps
- Surgical Wound Infection
(surgery, therapy)
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