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The study aims to evaluate the efficacy and safety of use of an implantable gentamicin-collagen sponge on stemal wound infections following cardiac surgery. The results indicate that the use of such sponge in the case of patients with diabetes, high body mass index or both did not show any benefits in reducing the infection.

We describe a healthy 40-year old professional hockey player with an asymptomatic sternal non-union following aortic root surgery. The purpose of this case report is to make orthopedic surgeons aware of the possibility of this complication following sternotomy, and to discuss the considerations involved in return to play in contact sports. We will discuss our work-up, evaluation, and management of a sternal non-union in a professional athlete. Patient's consent has been obtained.