Risk factors for delayed sternal closure after open-heart surgery in children under one year of age

ConclusionSmall age at surgery, long CPB time and altered preoperative condition are highly at risk for DSC in children < 1 year. Further studies are needed to develop a predictive model for the anticipation of sternal closure in this population.
Source: Archives of Cardiovascular Diseases Supplements - Category: Cardiology Source Type: research