transsternal

English

Etymology

From trans- +‎ sternal.

Pronunciation

  • Rhymes: -ɜː(ɹ)nəl

Adjective

transsternal (not comparable)

  1. Through the sternum
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      [ 7 ] reported a postoperative mortality of 33 % as a result of bleeding and sepsis following a modified transsternal approach.
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