A prospective randomized controlled study to assess the effectiveness of super FIXSORB WAVE ® for sternal stabilization after sternotomy

ConclusionsUsing Super FIXSORB WAVE®, sternal displacement was significantly suppressed in both the anteroposterior and lateral directions. The use of this device results in safe and easy sternal reinforcement without any adverse events, and sternal healing can be accelerated.Clinical trial registry numberThis study was registered in the Japan Registry of Clinical Trials (February 21, 2019; jRCTs032180146).
Source: General Thoracic and Cardiovascular Surgery - Category: Cardiovascular & Thoracic Surgery Source Type: research