作者: Yu-Jen Shih , Shun-Cheng Chang , Chih-Hsin Wang , Niann-Tzyy Dai , Shyi-Gen Chen
DOI: 10.1089/SUR.2013.245
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摘要: Abstract Background: Deep sternal incisional surgical site infection is a serious and potentially life-threatening complication after open heart surgery. Although rare post-operative complication, the rates of morbidity mortality are greater in patients who develop deep than those do not. Methods: We evaluated retrospectively results developed were treated with either pectoralis major flap or delayed primary closure previous negative-pressure wound therapy (NWPT). From July 2007 to 2012, 25 had surgery Departments Plastic Surgery Cardiac Tri-Service General Hospital Medical Center. Sternal refixation was not performed our patients. Results: In 15 patients, unilateral bilateral advancement myocutaneous musc...