Transverse Split Sternotomy: A Mini-Invasive Approach for Repair of Congenital Cardiac Defects

Conclusions: Transverse sternal split with or without cervical cannulation is a feasible technique for repair of tetralogy of Fallot and perventricular device closure in selected group of infants and small children without compromising the exposure or quality of repair.
Source: Innovations: Technology and Techniques in Cardiothoracic and Vascular Surgery - Category: Cardiovascular & Thoracic Surgery Tags: Original Articles Source Type: research