Temporary sternal stabilization device to prevent right ventricular rupture

The invention relates to a sternal closure device for temporarily closing and stabilizing a sternum in between surgeries of the thoracic cavity wherein a C-shaped hook attaches to the outside of the portion of one side of a dissected sternum which is connected to an opposing C-shaped hook by a wire which may be readily cut with surgical scissors to allow physicians quick access to the thoracic cavity for surgical treatment. The device includes a stress measurement dial that allows physicians to evaluate the force needed for permanent closure fixation. The new and unique aspect of this invention is that it gives surgeons easy access to the thoracic cavity without worrying about the sternal bones fusing together between operations.