Subxiphoid incisional hernias post median sternotomy: A literature review.

Gianni D AngeliniJames O'HanlonJoshua McKennaShwe Oo

Published in: Journal of cardiac surgery (2020)

Subxiphoid incisional hernias remain challenging to manage. We have discussed the incidence, risk factors, preventions, and management of subxiphoid incisional hernias including both the open and laparoscopic techniques.

Keyphrases

risk factors
surgical site infection
minimally invasive
case report
robot assisted
heart failure