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Sternal mass during our initial encounter.
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One year ago, the keloid on the lower sternum increased in size considerably (Figure 1).
(a) Sternum was resected. (b) Reconstruction was done using polypropylene and
titanium mesh. Muscle flap was added afterwards.
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We ensure that there were no adhesions with the heart and previous CABG grafts (Figure 2).
(a-c) Computerized tomography scan showing the extend of the sternal mass
prior to reconstruction. (d-f) Computerized tomography scan 3 months after
reconstruction with titanium mesh.
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Three months after reconstruction, the patient was evaluated with CT scan (Figure 3).