Treatment of Sternocutaneous Fistula Due to Cardiac Surgery Using Extracellular Matrix Patch
Zoran Tabaković, Milana Marinković, Petar Milačić1, Slobodan Mićović, Igor Živković
TL;DR
This paper discusses a new surgical approach using an extracellular matrix patch to treat rare sternocutaneous fistulas after heart surgery.
Contribution
The novel use of an extracellular matrix patch (ProxiCor®) in surgical repair of sternocutaneous fistulas is presented.
Findings
Surgical repair using an extracellular matrix patch was successfully applied in three cases.
The approach combines traditional methods with new materials for better outcomes.
This method shows potential as a step forward in treating sternocutaneous fistulas.
Abstract
The incidence of sternal wound complications, such as dehiscences, infections, and sternocutaneous fistulas, can reach 10%. Sternocutaneous fistulas are extremely rare, and the only definite therapy is surgical repair. Our experience taught us that combining a traditional approach with an extracellular matrix patch might be a step forward in therapy. We described three examples of surgically reconstructing sternocutaneous fistulas with an extracellular matrix patch (ProxiCor®).
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TopicsPectus Deformity Diagnosis and Treatment