CTICasesEmbolized Sternal Wire
Imaging findings
A fractured sternal wire fragment visible on chest radiographs, ultimately embolizing into the left lower lobe pulmonary artery.
Key takeaways
Sternal wires can fracture, especially in the setting of non-union or sternal instability, and potentially embolize into the pulmonary circulation.
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