Abstract:How to cite this article: Singh SSA, Capoccia M, Deep K, Al-Attar N. Sternal malunion fixation using a titanium sternal fixation system in a diabetic patient. The first of its kind in Scotland. Vessel Plus 2017;1:242-5.Sternal non-union is a rare but serious complication post-sternotomy. It is defined as sternal pain with clicking, instability, or both for more than 6 months in the absence of infection and usually presents in an outpatient setting. It may result in multiple admissions to the hospital for surgi… Show more
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