Sternum Wires Problem
I had 3*CABG on 16th May 2002 and around a month after the operation my chest incision started to flare up. This has caused a 5 inch open wound which really hasn't healed up during the summer. I had daily dressings applied by my GP and even a visit to the ER when 2 clips started to appear in the wound, however everyone thought things would gradually heal up given time. However on advice from my cariologist I re-visited the admitting hospital and my surgeon last Friday advised that a further operation was required to remove the clips which may have reacted with my body, hence the chest-wound. I will be admitted Tuesday 10th September to have 6 wires removed and my chest wound cleaned and re-stitched internally. The operation I am told is routine and will only involve an overnight stay due to the general anestetic given during the treatment. I am not really looking forward to this return visit to the hospital however I need to get this complication sorted out. Colin. Scotland.