This article argues that emergency resternotomy should be routinely practiced in all cardiac surgery centers, as it is a critical procedure for managing cardiac arrest such as tamponade or refractory bleeding. The authors stress the importance of training and protocols to ensure quick and effective resternotomy, which can significantly improve patient outcomes compared to standard resuscitation methods, ultimately reducing the risk of neurological damage and mortality.
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Expert Opinion: Intensive Care Unit Resternotomy Should Be Practiced in All Facilities That Perform Cardiac Surgery
Submitted by: Joel Dunning
Source: Seminars in Thoracic and Cardiovascular Surgery
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Author(s): Jill Ley, Joel Dunning
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