Figure 4. LAD MIDCAB through small anterior thoracotomy: Articulating arms are mounted at the patient's right shoulder and left hand. Tissue stabilizers: Preformed Right and Straight Right. The left-sided stabilizer is inserted through the chest tube incision and drawn into the chest using a 1-inch Penrose drain to cover the side holes. the pod is directed over the rib for additional stability.
Figure reprinted with permission of Medtronic, Inc.