JOURNAL ARTICLE

Sternal wound infection post cardiac surgery is a preventable complication.

  • Published In: Annals of Clinical Biochemistry, 2026, v. 63, n. 2. P. 181 1 of 3

  • Database: Academic Search Ultimate 2 of 3

  • Authored By: Al-Ebrahim, Khaled Ebrahim 3 of 3

Abstract

The article focuses on the diagnostic value of C-reactive protein (CRP) levels for early detection of deep sternal wound infection (DSWI) after cardiac surgery. While acknowledging that elevated CRP on postoperative days 10 and 14 may aid in identifying DSWI, the text emphasizes that clinical judgment—including patient risk factors, surgical technique, and physical signs—remains essential for timely diagnosis. It cautions against relying solely on CRP due to its limited specificity amid postoperative inflammation and advocates for a combined approach integrating both clinical assessment and laboratory data to improve early detection and management of DSWI. [Extracted from the article]

Additional Information

  • Source:Annals of Clinical Biochemistry. 2026/03, Vol. 63, Issue 2, p181
  • Document Type:Letter
  • Subject Area:Health and Medicine
  • Publication Date:2026
  • ISSN:0004-5632
  • DOI:10.1177/00045632251367237
  • Accession Number:192308324
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