Thoughts on sternal closure techniques ? Do not like the idea of wire or plates & screws
Marie Myers I think those are the only choices available for sternal closure…
Darrell Crawford Sending best wishes to papa Joe on your aortic valve opp. I had mine 30 years ago here in the uk and ... Read more
Darrell Crawford Sending best wishes to papa Joe on your aortic valve opp. I had mine 30 years ago here in the uk and im still going strong.
Andrea Babcock Darrel this is awesome. Glad you are still going strong and doing well after 30 years. I am hoping th ... Read more
Andrea Babcock Darrel this is awesome. Glad you are still going strong and doing well after 30 years. I am hoping the same for my husband that got his 2 new mechanical valves in February.
Robert Miller I have wires. First time around I didn't feel or see anything. Second time I have at least one wire t ... Read more
Robert Miller I have wires. First time around I didn't feel or see anything. Second time I have at least one wire that seems to stick out. It's not a big issue, though. There is one person a couple weeks ago that said his wires stuck out enough that he had them removed. In general, I believe wire is the way to go. In some cases they put plates in. Not sure what the criteria is. You might find something in the learning center https://www.heart-valve-surgery.com/learning-center.php
I am from: Pt Pleasant Beach
