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Novel application of orthopedic suture tape for sternal closure after upper hemisternotomy

Year: 2025

Type: article

Abstract: The FiberTape (FT) System (Arthrex, Naples, FL, USA), initially developed for orthopedic surgery, is a new, nonmetallic, suture-based alternative to standard stainless-steel wires for sternal reapproximation. Publications on FT use after cardiothoracic surgery are limited. The FT System has not been used in upper hemisternotomy (UHS) closure. Consequently, we report the use of the FT System for sternal closure in a 70-year-old man after UHS aortic valve replacement and discuss several advantages of its application.

Source: Journal of Surgical Case Reports

DOI: 10.1093/jscr/rjaf343

Authors: Vishal N Shah, Joshua R Chen, Konstadinos A Plestis

Institution: Thomas Jefferson University Hospital

Language: English

Topic: Surgical Sutures and Adhesives

Subfield: Surgery

Field: Medicine

Domain: Health Sciences

SDG: Good health and well-being

Open Access status: gold

Estimated APC paid: $1,000