Fig. 8-A.

Lateral CT scan showing a displaced sternal fracture.

Fig. 8-B.

Intraoperative photograph showing transverse and oblique sternal fractures.

Fig. 8-C.

Intraoperative photograph showing sternal fractures stabilized by 2 parallel threaded sternal plates (contoured to conform to the shape of the sternum) with self-drilling screws.

Fig. 8-D.

Photograph showing the skin incision closed with a cosmetic suture.