2012
DOI: 10.5114/kitp.2012.32676
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Use of gentamicin-collagen sponges prior to sternal closure may lower the risk of sternal wound infection: a single center experience

Abstract: Despite improvements in prophylactic strategies, sternal wound infection following cardiac surgery still remains a significant complication, associated with prolonged hospitalization, high costs, patient discomfort and significant mortality. The aim of this study was to evaluate whether the local application of collagen-gentamicin sponges (GMCS) placed between the sternal halves before closure may decrease the incidence of median sternotomy wound infection. Between April 2008 and December 2009, 236 patients we… Show more

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