Correction of pectus carinatum by minimally invasive technique / 中国医师进修杂志
Chinese Journal of Postgraduates of Medicine
;
(36): 14-16, 2011.
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in Chinese
| WPRIM
| ID: wpr-421527
ABSTRACT
ObjectiveTo discuss the method, technical main points and initial efficacy of minimally invasive correction of pectus carinatum. MethodsFive patients underwent minimal invasive operation for pectus carinatum. The pectus carinatum was corrected by a curved Nuss steel bar applying pressure to the anterior chest. The steel bar was placed subcutaneously anterior to the protruding sternum and locked to the ribs through two plates. ResultsFive patients received operations successfully without complications. Operation time was ( 102.6 ± 23.8) min, blood loss was( 14.0 ± 9.7) ml,postoperative hospital stay was(6.6 ± 1.6) d. Postoperative follow-up was 4-12 months, no steel bar movement was found.ConclusionThe minimally invasivecorrection of pectus carinatum seems to be a simple,safe and effective technique with minimal complications.
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Chinese Journal of Postgraduates of Medicine
Year:
2011
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