Sternal Closure in High-BMI Patients: Cable vs Wire

This retrospective study compares two sternal closure techniques-standard stainless-steel wires and rigid cable systems-in adult patients with a body mass index (BMI) ≥30 who underwent open-heart surgery between January 1, 2020, and December 31, 2024. The study aims to evaluate the incidence of sternal instability, wound infections, reoperation, and length of stay in the intensive care unit and hospital. Findings may help inform surgical decision-making for high-BMI patients.

NCT Number	NCT07097272
Lead Sponsor	Samsun University
Conditions	Sternal Wound Complications, Obesity (Body Mass Index >30 kg/m2), Median Sternotomy, Cardiac Surgery
Enrollment	110 participants
Start Date	2025-06-01
Primary Completion	2025-06-01 (estimated)
Study Completion	2025-08-30 (estimated)
Updated on ClinicalTrials.gov	2025-07-31