1. Novel technique for delayed sternal closure: Soft tissue approximation with substernal bridge 
Cha Rajakaruna, MD, Gladys M. Rodriguez, BS, Bijoy G. Rajbanshi, MD, Bulat A. Ziganshin, MD, John A. Elefteriades, MD 
The Journal of Thoracic and Cardiovascular Surgery 
Volume 148, Issue 5, Pages (November 2014)
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2. Figure 1
Placement of pericardial bridge between the nonapproximated sternal halves.
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3. Figure 2
Full approximation of muscle and soft tissues overlying the sternum.
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