A Dedicated Stitch to Allow Early Safe Mobilization Avoiding Drain-Induced Heart Injury
Walter J. Gomes, Isadora S. Rocco, Caroline Bublitz and 9 more
Brazilian Journal of Cardiovascular Surgery
doi:10.21470/1678-9741-2019-0289 (opens in a new tab)
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Abstract
Abstract Placement of a mediastinal drain is a routine procedure following heart surgery. Postoperative bed rest is often imposed due to the fear of potential risk of drain displacement and cardiac injury. We developed an encapsulating stitch as a feasible, effective and low-cost technique, which does not require advanced surgical skills for placement. This simple, novel approach compartmentalizes the drain allowing for safe early mobilization following cardiac surgery.
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