Surgeon Q&A: Rigid Sternal Fixation: A New Approach to Sternal Closure

Sternal closure is a critical aspect of cardiac surgery recovery. As a result, patients have important questions about the use of innovative techniques for sternal closure, such as rigid sternal fixation. For example, Brad just asked, "How many centers of excellence now use rigid sternum closure systems versus the old way of using just wire to close a sternotomy?” (Video posted on August 13, 2024)