Clinical experience of thoracoplasty with absorbable rib substitutes.

PURPOSE: Malignant chest wall tumors are rare in pediatrics. They require multimodal oncological treatment and local surgical control. Resections are extensive; therefore, thoracoplasty should be planned to protect intrathoracic organs, prevent herniation, future deformities, preserve ventilatory dynamics, and enable radiotherapy. METHODS: We present a case series of children with malignant chest wall tumors and our surgical experience with thoracoplasty using absorbable rib substitutes (BioBridge®), after local surgical control. BioBridge® is a copolymer made of a polylactide acid blend (70% L-lactic acid y 30% DL-lactide). RESULTS: In 2 years, we had three patients with malignant chest wall tumors. Resection margins were negative, without recurrence at follow-up. We achieved good cosmetic and functional results, and no postoperative complications. CONCLUSION: Alternative reconstruction techniques such as absorbable rib substitutes provide protection, guarantee a flexible chest wall, and do not interfere with adjuvant radiotherapy. Currently, there are no management protocols in thoracoplasty. This option represents an excellent alternative for patients with chest wall tumors. Knowledge of different approaches and reconstructive principles is essential to offer children the best onco-surgical option.

Evaluation of pectus excavatum indexes during standard cardiac magnetic resonance: Potential for single preoperative tool.

PURPOSE: Preoperative assessment of patients with pectus excavatum (PE) demands evaluation of malformation indexes, generally with chest computed tomography (CT). In addition, assessment of the cardiac impact of sternal depression has become a rule in high referral centers, thus requiring two independent imaging modalities and use ionizing radiation in a very young population. The objective of this study was to explore the agreement between chest CT and standard cardiac MR (CMR) for the evaluation of chest wall malformation indexes. METHODS: We included consecutive patients with PE referred to undergo chest CT and CMR to establish surgical candidacy and/or to define treatment strategies. Both CT and CMR were performed at full-expiration. In both modalities, the Haller index (HI) and the Correction index (CI) were calculated by two independent observers. In CMR, only scout images were used. Agreement was evaluated using intra-class correlation coefficients (ICC). RESULTS: Fifty patients comprised the study population (median age 19.0 years) and underwent chest CT and CMR within the same month. CMR assessment of chest malformation indexes was reproducible, with a very good inter-observer agreement for HI [ICC 0.93 (0.88-0.96), p < 0.0001] and CI [ICC 0.91 (0.83-0.95), p < 0.0001]. CMR also had a very good agreement with chest CT for HI [ICC 0.90 (0.82-0.94), p < 0.0001] and CI measurements [ICC 0.93 (95% CI 0.88-0.96), p < 0.0001]. CONCLUSIONS: We demonstrated an excellent agreement between chest CT and standard CMR for the assessment of chest wall malformations, thus potentially enabling preoperative assessment of PE severity and cardiac involvement with a single diagnostic tool.

Functional exercise capacity and lung function in patients undergoing an early rehabilitation program after the Nuss procedure: a randomized controlled trial.

PURPOSE: The aim of this study was to compare the functional exercise capacity and the lung function among patients undergoing early rehabilitation with those submitted to the conventional care after pectus excavatum repair using the Nuss procedure. METHOD: Patients were randomly allocated to the early rehabilitation group (ERG) who started rehabilitation after surgery and the group of the conventional care (CG) received routine care of the institution. They were evaluated before surgery (preoperative) and in hospital discharge day (postoperative). RESULTS: Forty patients were evaluated, twenty in each group. All patients presented a significant reduction in FVC, FEV1, and PEF in the postoperative period, there was no statistically significant difference between groups. There was significant different in postoperative functional exercise capacity between the ERG and CG (506.26 ± 66.54 vs 431.11 ± 75.61, p = 0.02) and the difference between distance walked in the preoperative and postoperative period was lower in the ERC than in the CG (76.57 ± 49.41 vs 166.82 ± 70.13, p < 0.001). CONCLUSION: Patients undergoing the early rehabilitation after the Nuss procedure presented a better postoperative functional exercise capacity in hospital discharge day compared with patients in the conventional group, with no difference in lung function between groups.

Management of Thoracic Insufficiency Syndrome in Patients With Jeune Syndrome Using the 70 mm Radius Vertical Expandable Prosthetic Titanium Rib.

BACKGROUND: Jeune syndrome (JS) often results in lethal thoracic insufficiency syndrome. Since 1991, vertical expandable prosthetic titanium rib Dynamic PosteroLateral Expansion Thoracoplasty was used at our institution for treatment of JS. This study assesses the safety and efficacy of this procedure. METHODS: Twenty-four JS patients were treated, 2 lost to follow-up, 17 with a minimum of 2-year follow-up retrospectively reviewed for clinical course: Assisted Ventilation Rate, respiratory rate, capillary blood gases, pulmonary function testings, and complications. Upright anteroposterior/lateral radiographs were measured for Cobb angle, kyphosis, lordosis, thoracic width, and thoracic/lumbar spinal height. Computed tomography scan lung volumes were obtained in 12 patients. RESULTS: Mean age at initial implant was 23 months (7 to 62 mo) with an average 8.4 years (2.3 to 15.6 y) of follow-up. Average chest width increased from 121 to 168 mm at follow-up (P<0.001). Preoperatively, 7/17 (41%) patients had scoliosis. The remainder developed scoliosis during treatment, 8 requiring additional implants. Thoracic and lumbar spinal height was normal preoperatively and stayed normal during treatment. Thoracic kyphosis/lumbar lordosis was stable. Average computed tomography scan total lung volumes increased 484 to 740 mm3 (P<0.001), and Assisted Ventilation Rate status tended to improve (P=0.07). Average forced vital capacity was 34% predicted at first test and 27% predicted at last follow-up. Early demise after surgery was common with multisystem disease. Mean respiratory rate decreased from 35 to 24 bpm at last follow-up (P<0.05). Survival rate of the 22 patients was 68%. Migration of the rib cradles/titanium slings occurred in 12 patients, superficial infections in 5 patients, deep infections in 4 patients, and wound dehiscence in 5 patients. Infection rate was 4.6% per procedure. CONCLUSIONS: The survival rate in JS with surgery was nearly 70% (compared with 70% to 80% mortality without treatment) with less ventilator dependence. Both C1 stenosis and scoliosis are common in JS. Spinal height in JS is normal. Complications are frequent, but tolerable in view of the clinical gains and increase in survival.

Abordagem do segmento superior do corpo em pacientes ex-obesos com cirurgia única: toracobraquio-mamoplastia / Unique surgery for the upper body segment in patients with massive weight loss: thoracobrachio-mammoplasty

INTRODUÇÃO Os pacientes ex-obesos necessitam de uma abordagem complexa, diante do grande excesso de pele decorrente da perda ponderal. Em alguns casos, muitas cirurgias plásticas são necessárias, não havendo uma padronização na associação destas cirurgias. No segmento superior do corpo, a região dos braços, a lateral do tórax e as mamas normalmente são acometidas, principalmente nas mulheres. Diversas técnicas foram desenvolvidas com o objetivo de alcançar resultados melhores e com cicatrizes mais escondidas. Algumas técnicas podem ser associadas, sendo realizadas em um único tempo cirúrgico. Quando a equipe é bem estruturada, o tempo cirúrgico é reduzido, significando mais segurança para o paciente. MÉTODO: Os autores apresentam uma técnica que oferece padronização no tratamento do ex-obeso, que é realizada em tempo único: a Mamoplastia (pela técnica de Pitanguy ou com aposição de prótese mamária), a Toracoplastia (com a retirada do excesso de pele na lateral do tórax) e a Braquioplastia (realizada com um desenho retilíneo na parte mais inferior dos braços). RESULTADOS: Os sete casos foram avaliados quanto ao tempo cirúrgico, à localização das cicatrizes, à forma final e à simetria. Entre as complicações, houve deiscências parciais (14%) e cicatrizes hipertróficas (14%). O resultado estético foi satisfatório para os pacientes em 84% dos casos, sendo que a qualidade da cicatrização do paciente, queloide ou cicatrizes hipercrômicas, foi a maior causa de insatisfação. CONCLUSÃO: A utilização da técnica de Toracobraquio-mamoplastia em um único tempo se mostrou efetiva no tratamento do ex-obeso, oferecendo mais uma opção, diante das outras cirurgias que estes pacientes normalmente necessitam.

INTRODUCTION Ex-obese patients require a complex surgical approach because of the large amount of excess skin due to their massive weight loss. In some cases, several plastic surgeries are needed, and there is no existing standard in the coordination of these surgeries. In the upper segment of the body, the arms, side of the thorax, and breasts are usually affected, mainly in women. Several techniques have been developed with the aim of achieving better results with better hidden scars. Some techniques may be associated, being carried out in a single surgical procedure. A well-structured surgical team leads to a reduced surgical time, which means higher safety for the patient. METHOD: We present a technique for standardization in the treatment of ex-obese patients that is performed in a single step, comprising mammoplasty (according to Pitanguy's technique or with placement of breast prosthesis), thoracoplasty (with the removal of excess skin on the side of the chest), and brachioplasty (performed with a rectilinear drawing at the lowest part of the arms). RESULTS: Seven cases were evaluated in terms of surgical time, location of the scars, and final shape and symmetry. The complications included partial dehiscence (14%) and hypertrophic scars (14%). The aesthetic result was satisfactory for 84% of the patients; on the other hand, the quality of cicatrization, keloid, and hypertrophic scars were the major causes of dissatisfaction. CONCLUSION: The use of the thoracobrachio-mammoplasty technique in a single surgical time was effective in the treatment of ex-obese patients, offering yet another option among other surgeries that these patients usually need.

Braquiotoracoplastia em Z no tratamento do contorno corporal após perda ponderal maciça / Z brachiothoracoplasty for body contouring after massive weight loss

INTRODUÇÃO: A braquioplastia trata as deformidades dos membros superiores. A toracoplastia lateral visa o tratamento do torso superior. As braquioplastias, toracoplastias e também as braquiotoracoplastias em Z têm sido utilizadas no Hospital Estadual de Sapopemba no tratamento das deformidades dos membros superiores e terço superior do tórax. Objetivo: Propõe-se descrever as modificações na técnica cirúrgica resultando na braquiotoracoplastia em Z e analisar a casuística e os resultados obtidos, no tratamento das deformidades da região lateral do tórax. MÉTODO: Foram submetidos à braquiotoracoplastia e toracoplastia lateral 31 pacientes. A demarcação foi feita em posição ortostática, e os membros superiores abduzidos em 90o. Iniciou-se pela demarcação da braquioplastia, em duplo fuso, prolongando-se de maneira modificada a demarcação, seguindo pela linha axilar anterior em direção ao sulco inframamário em forma de Z. RESULTADOS: Todos os pacientes referiram melhora do contorno da região e não houve queixas quanto ao posicionamento da cicatriz. DISCUSSÃO: O procedimento da braquiotoracoplastia em Z atual consiste em estender a linha de incisão da face medial do braço, passando proximalmente à axila e continuando pela linha axilar média até o sulco mamário. Ocorreu a melhora do contorno da região dorsal e das dobras cutâneas da região torácica lateral. CONCLUSÃO: A braquiotoracoplastia em Z e a toracoplastia lateral têm a grande vantagem de eliminar a cicatriz circunferencial no torso superior, promovendo a melhoria do contorno dessa região por meio da ressecção cutânea tanto no sentido craniocaudal, como anteroposterior.

INTRODUCTION: Brachioplasty treats deformities of the upper limbs. Lateral thoracoplasty treats the upper torso. Brachioplasties, thoracoplasties, and brachiothoracoplasties have been performed with Z-plasty for deformities of the upper limbs and upper third of the chest, in the Sapopemba State Hospital. Objective: We describe modifications of surgical technique for the performance of Z brachiothoracoplasty, and evaluate the results of treatment of deformities of the lateral chest. METHOD: Thirty-one Patients underwent brachiothoracoplasty and lateral thoracoplasty. The demarcation was made with the patient upright, and the upper limbs abducted at 90º. Marking for brachioplasty was performed using a double-ellipse, to lengthen the modified demarcation along the anterior axillary line toward the inframammary crease in a Z shape. RESULTS: All patients reported an improvement in the contour of the region, and there were no complaints regarding the positioning of the scar. DISCUSSION: Z brachiothoracoplasty consists of extending the incision line on the medial aspect of the arm, passing proximally to the axilla, and continuing through the midaxillary line to the inframammary crease. There was an improvement in the contour of the dorsal region and the skin folds of the lateral thoracic region. CONCLUSION: Z brachiothoracoplasty and lateral thoracoplasty have the great advantage of eliminating a circumferential scar on the upper torso, thereby improving the contour of the region through skin resection in both the craniocaudal and anteroposterior directions.

Reinserção psicossocial de paciente jovem através de desarticulação interescápulo torácica e hemitoracectomia / Psychosocial rehabilitation of a young patient through interscapular thoracic disarticulation and hemithoracectomy

Na era das cirurgias minimamente invasivas, parece controverso advogar grandes operações. Entretanto, ainda há espaço para grandes intervenções oncológicas. É relatado caso de paciente de 23 anos de idade portador de tumor desmoide em hemitórax direito, com deformidade e erosão de arcos costais, atelectasia parcial do pulmão ipsilateral, compressão e desvio contralateral do mediastino, invasão de nervos do plexo braquial, vasos subclávios e pleura apical direita. Realizada toracectomia, ressecção de tumor em mediastino, amputação do membro superior direito, escapulectomia e reconstrução da parede torácica com tela de márlex e metilmetacrilato e confecção de retalho fasciocutâneo. O paciente encontra-se em seguimento ambulatorial com suas funções diárias quase recuperadas, limitado apenas nas atividades que envolviam o membro desarticulado. Em casos selecionados devem ser consideras grandes intervenções com o objetivo de ressecção R0 (ressecção com margens cirúrgicas livres) e melhora na qualidade de vida, atentando-se sempre para a ressocialização.

In the era of minimally invasive surgery, advocating large operations seems controversial. However, there is still room for major oncologic interventions. This is report of a 23 yearold patient with desmoid tumor in the right hemithorax, deformed and eroded ribs, ipsilateral lung partial atelectasis, contralateral mediastinal compression and shift, invasion ofnerves in the brachial plexus, subclavian vessels and right apical pleura. Thoracectomy was performed with resection of the tumor in the mediastinum, right upper limb amputation, scapulectomy, and chest wall reconstruction with methylmethacrylate and marlex screen, and use of a fasciocutaneous flap. The subject is in follow up as an outpatient andhas almost recovered his daily functions, which are now limited only for activities involving the inarticulate member. Selected cases should be considered for major interventions with aiming at R0 resection (resection with free surgical margins) and improved quality of life, always bearing in mind the need for rehabilitation and socialization.

Reconstrução da parede torácica após a ressecção de extensos tumores / Reconstruction of chest wall after resection of large tumors

INTRODUÇÃO: Nos estágios finais da reconstrução torácica, consequente a exéreses tumorais, são necessários procedimentos complexos e implantes. O que requer cuidados multidisciplinares, com a participação dos cirurgiões torácicos, plástico, radiologista e fisioterapeuta. O objetivo foi descrever as opções de reconstrução torácica após ressecção de neoplasia, realizado no Hospital Sarah Brasília. MÉTODO: Estudo retrospectivo de reconstrução torácica em tempo único, após excisão de tumor, fisioterapia respiratória com ventilação não invasiva e exercícios. RESULTADOS: Entre 2007 a 2012 foram operados 10 pacientes, sete homens e três mulheres; idade 10 a 31 anos; oito apresentavam tumores torácicos metastáticos (osteosarcoma, sinoviosarcoma, Fibrosarcoma epitelioide esclerosante e Rabdomiosarcoma) e dois originários da parede torácica (fibromatose e condrosarcoma). Observou-se boa evolução no pós-operatório imediato, com extubação ao final da cirurgia, retirada do dreno torácico entre 5° e 8° PO. As complicações foram: atelectasia (10%), recorrência tumoral (10%), e óbito em 3 (30%) casos . CONCLUSÃO: Foi possível a reconstrução torácica em tempo único utilizando tela de polipropileno, polimetilmetacrilato e retalhos musculares, com recuperação precoce da função pulmonar e baixo índice de complicações imediatas.

INTRODUCTION: Complex procedures and implants are required in the final stages of chest wall reconstruction after tumor excision. This process requires multidisciplinary care with participation from thoracic and plastic surgeons, a radiologist, and a physical therapist. The goal of this study was to describe the options for chest wall reconstruction after neoplasm resection at Hospital Sarah Brasilia. METHOD: A retrospective study of one-time chest wall reconstruction after tumor excision, respiratory physical therapy with noninvasive ventilation, and exercises was conducted. RESULTS: Between 2007 and 2012, 10 patients underwent surgery (seven men, three women; age range: 10-31 years); eight patients had metastatic thoracic tumors (e.g., osteosarcoma, synovial sarcoma, sclerosing epithelioid fibrosarcoma, and rhabdomyosarcoma) and two had tumors originating from the chest wall (fibromatosis and chondrosarcoma). The outcomes were good after the immediate postoperative period, with extubation occurring at the end of surgery and chest tube removal between the fifth and eighth postoperative day. Three cases (30%) involved complications of atelectasis (10%), tumor recurrence (10%), or death. CONCLUSION: One-time chest wall reconstruction using polypropylene mesh, polymethylmethacrylate, and muscle flaps was possible and was associated with early recovery of pulmonary function and a low rate of immediate complications.

Condrosarcoma gigante de la pared torácica: presentación de un caso / Giant chondrosarcoma of the thoracic wall: a case presentation

El condrosarcoma es un tumor maligno de células productoras de cartílago y se divide en dos tipos: primario y secundario, aunque se puede clasificar también atendiendo a la localización y el grado histológico.Objetivo: presentar un caso infrecuente de condrosarcoma gigante de la pared torácica con infiltración de la parrilla costal izquierda.Caso clínico: se presenta un paciente de 74 años con antecedentes de hipertensión arterial y acude al Servicio de Cirugía por presentar desde hacía 13 años aumento de volumen en la región pectoral izquierda, que desde hace seis meses aceleró su crecimiento. Se destacó al examen físico tumoración de 15 cm en la región precordial izquierda, adherida a planos profundos, no desplazable, no dolorosa a la palpación, multilobulada, caliente, con circulación venosa superficial visible.Conclusiones: el diagnóstico histológico se correspondió con condrosarcoma primario. La conducta a seguir en este paciente fue la cirugía con resección en bloque de la masa tumorosa y toracoplastia, pero después presentó complicaciones en la Unidad de Terapia Intensiva y falleció por un tromboembolismo pulmonar en silla de montar (AU)

Chondrosarcoma is a malignant tumor of the cartilage-producing cells and it is divided into two groups: primary and secondary, but it can be also classified according to the location and the histological degree.Objective: to present an infrequent case of giant chondrosarcoma of the thoracic wall with infiltration in the left ribs.Clinical case: a seventy-four-year-old patient with hypertension antecedents came to the Surgery Department because, for 13 years, he showed volume increase in his left pectoral region; the growth had accelerated in the last six months. In the physical examination a fifteen-centimeter tumor was detected in the left precordial region, adhered to deep planes; it was non-displaced, non-painful, multilobate, hot, and with visible superficial venous circulation.Conclusions: the histological diagnosis was primary chondrosarcoma. The patient underwent a surgery with block removal of the tumorous mass and thoracoplasty; but soon afterward he showed complications while staying in the Intensive Care Unit and died of pulmonary thromboembolism in sella (AU)

Síndrome de insuficiencia torácica debido a escoliosis congénita y fusiones costales tratado mediante toracoplastía de expansión, combinada con sistema de distracción sucesiva / Thoracic insufficiency syndrome due to congenital scoliosis and fused rib treated with expansion thoracoplasty in combination with growing rods

Introducción. Las escoliosis congénitas asociadas a fusiones costales pueden causar disminución de crecimiento en el tórax y un efecto adverso sobre el desarrollo y función pulmonar. Esta condición se conoce como Síndrome de Insuficiencia Torácica (SIT). Objetivo. Reportar nuestra experiencia en tratamiento de pacientes con síndrome de insuficiencia torácica debido a escoliosis congénita y fusiones costales, tratados con toracoplastia de expansión combinada con distracciones sucesivas (V.E.P.T.R. - Vertical Expandable Prosthetic Titanium Rib). Material y Método. Evaluación retrospectiva clínica y radiográfica de 9 pacientes. Resultados. Se evaluaron 9 pacientes. Seguimiento promedio 2.1 años. Edad promedio de primera intervención 2.5 años. Valor angular pre-operatorio promedio 71.3 grados y descompensación del tronco 3.4 cm. El promedio de corrección de la escoliosis durante el último control fue de 37.4%, para la descompensación del tronco de 51.7% y la relación de longitud, entre los hemi-tórax, mejoró 24.6%. Se registraron 2.7 complicaciones por paciente. Conclusión. La toracoplastía de expansión, combinada con distracciones sucesivas es una buena alternativa para tratar el síndrome insuficiencia torácica debido a escoliosis congénita y fusiones costales. Las complicaciones son frecuentes y condicionan el tratamiento. El VEPTR requiere modificaciones de diseño

Síndrome de insuficiencia torácica debido a escoliosis congénita y fusiones costales tratado mediante toracoplastía de expansión, combinada con sistema de distracción sucesiva / Thoracic insufficiency syndrome due to congenital scoliosis and fused rib treated with expansion thoracoplasty in combination with growing rods

Introducción. Las escoliosis congénitas asociadas a fusiones costales pueden causar disminución de crecimiento en el tórax y un efecto adverso sobre el desarrollo y función pulmonar. Esta condición se conoce como Síndrome de Insuficiencia Torácica (SIT). Objetivo. Reportar nuestra experiencia en tratamiento de pacientes con síndrome de insuficiencia torácica debido a escoliosis congénita y fusiones costales, tratados con toracoplastia de expansión combinada con distracciones sucesivas (V.E.P.T.R. - Vertical Expandable Prosthetic Titanium Rib). Material y Método. Evaluación retrospectiva clínica y radiográfica de 9 pacientes. Resultados. Se evaluaron 9 pacientes. Seguimiento promedio 2.1 años. Edad promedio de primera intervención 2.5 años. Valor angular pre-operatorio promedio 71.3 grados y descompensación del tronco 3.4 cm. El promedio de corrección de la escoliosis durante el último control fue de 37.4%, para la descompensación del tronco de 51.7% y la relación de longitud, entre los hemi-tórax, mejoró 24.6%. Se registraron 2.7 complicaciones por paciente. Conclusión. La toracoplastía de expansión, combinada con distracciones sucesivas es una buena alternativa para tratar el síndrome insuficiencia torácica debido a escoliosis congénita y fusiones costales. Las complicaciones son frecuentes y condicionan el tratamiento. El VEPTR requiere modificaciones de diseño.

Reconstrução de parede tóracoabdominal com malha de polipropileno, após remoção de fibrossarcoma / Reconstruction of thoracic-abdominal wall with a polypropylene mesh, after fibrossarcoma removal

Os fibrossarcomas de tecido mole surgem de tecidos mesodérmicos e podem partir dos tecidos fibroso, muscular, adiposo e sinovial. Sua etiologia permanece desconhecida, mas é comumente associado à vacinação. O objetivo deste trabalho é relatar a remoção cirúrgica de um fibrossarcoma torácico felino, com envolvimento de costelas e diafragma. Para perfeita reparação na parede torácica, se fez neces¬sário a utilização de malha de polipropileno, permitido o restabelecimento da dinâmica respiratória do paciente. Quinze meses após o procedimento cirúrgico, o animal não apresentou qualquer sinal de recidiva(AU)

The soft tissue fibrosarcomas arise from mesodermal tissues may come from fibrous tissue, muscle, fat and synovial fluid. Its etiology remains unknown, but may be associated with vaccination. The aim of this study is to report the surgical removal of the thoracic fibrosarcoma in a feline, with involvement of the ribs and diaphragm. For perfect repair of the chest wall, it was necessary the use of polypro¬pylene mesh, allowed the restoration of respiratory dynamics of the patient. Fifteen months after surgery, the animal did not show any sign of recurrence, contrary to the literature(AU)

Reconstrução de parede tóracoabdominal com malha de polipropileno, após remoção de fibrossarcoma / Reconstruction of thoracic-abdominal wall with a polypropylene mesh, after fibrossarcoma removal

Os fibrossarcomas de tecido mole surgem de tecidos mesodérmicos e podem partir dos tecidos fibroso, muscular, adiposo e sinovial. Sua etiologia permanece desconhecida, mas é comumente associado à vacinação. O objetivo deste trabalho é relatar a remoção cirúrgica de um fibrossarcoma torácico felino, com envolvimento de costelas e diafragma. Para perfeita reparação na parede torácica, se fez neces¬sário a utilização de malha de polipropileno, permitido o restabelecimento da dinâmica respiratória do paciente. Quinze meses após o procedimento cirúrgico, o animal não apresentou qualquer sinal de recidiva

The soft tissue fibrosarcomas arise from mesodermal tissues may come from fibrous tissue, muscle, fat and synovial fluid. Its etiology remains unknown, but may be associated with vaccination. The aim of this study is to report the surgical removal of the thoracic fibrosarcoma in a feline, with involvement of the ribs and diaphragm. For perfect repair of the chest wall, it was necessary the use of polypro¬pylene mesh, allowed the restoration of respiratory dynamics of the patient. Fifteen months after surgery, the animal did not show any sign of recurrence, contrary to the literature

Trauma-related thoracoplasty: case report.

Trauma primarily affects young people and is the leading cause of death in the first three decades of life. Flail chest is observed in approximately 10% of all patients with severe chest trauma, and the mortality rate among such patients is 10-15%. We report herein the case of a car accident victim with chest trauma causing hemopneumothorax and multiple rib fractures, intense pain and deformity of the chest wall. Surgical stabilization was performed, with good results. Therapeutic options are also discussed.

Toracoplastia: ¿olvidada o poco conocida? Experiencia en dos hospitales de Camagüey / Thoracoplasty: a little known or forgotten technique? Experience in two hospitals in Camaguey province

Se realizó un estudio descriptivo transversal con 16 pacientes operados mediante toracoplastia entre octubre de 1995 y noviembre del 2005 (un decenio). Las intervenciones se practicaron en los Hospitales Universitarios «Amalia Simoni¼, en Camagüey, y «Martín Chang Puga¼, en Nuevitas. Las indicaciones de toracoplastia se debían a la presencia de fístulas broncopleurales en aproximadamente dos tercios del total de pacientes (68,75 por ciento) y en el resto (31,25 por ciento) se realizaron con la intensión de reducir la cavidad a modo de complemento de otra intervención. La mayoría de las toracoplastias se realizaron en el hemitórax derecho, después de una neumonectomía y en un segundo acto quirúrgico. Predominó la resección de dos a tres segmentos costales y, a pesar de una mortalidad alta, el índice de curación fue bueno en los casos restantes. La toracoplastia complementaria es la que mayor indicación tiene en la actualidad y estamos de acuerdo en que las amplias y deformantes han visto pasar su mejor momento, a pesar de que algunos pacientes aún las necesitan(AU)

A descriptive cross-sectional study was performed on 16 patients operated on by thoracoplasty technique from October 1995 to November 2005. Surgeries were performed at “Amalia Simoni” and “Martín Chang Puga” university hospitals located in Camaguey city and Nuevitas respectively. Thoracoplasty was indicated because of the presence of bronchopleural fistulae in roughly two thirds of the patients (68,75 per cent) and of the attempt to reduce the thoracic cavity as a complement to a previous operation. Most of thoracoplasties were performed in the right hemithorax after pneumonectomy and in a second surgery. Resection of two or three costal segments predominated. Despite the high mortality rate, the healing index was good in the rest of cases. Supplementary thoracoplasty is the most indicated at present and we agree that wide and deforming thoracoplasties are not longer so much practiced in spite of the fact that some patients still need them(AU)

Toracoplastia traumática: relato de caso / Trauma-related thoracoplasty: case report

O trauma é uma doença que afeta predominantemente os jovens, sendo a principal causa de morte nas primeiras três décadas de vida. O tórax instável é observado em aproximadamente 10 por cento dos casos de trauma de tórax, com mortalidade de 10-15 por cento. O caso clínico apresentado refere-se a uma paciente, vítima de acidente automobilístico, com trauma de tórax, ocasionando hemopneumotórax e fratura de múltiplos arcos costais, dor de difícil controle e deformidade torácica. São discutidas as opções terapêuticas. No presente caso, foi realizada fixação cirúrgica, com bom resultado.

Trauma primarily affects young people and is the leading cause of death in the first three decades of life. Flail chest is observed in approximately 10 percent of all patients with severe chest trauma, and the mortality rate among such patients is 10-15 percent. We report herein the case of a car accident victim with chest trauma causing hemopneumothorax and multiple rib fractures, intense pain and deformity of the chest wall. Surgical stabilization was performed, with good results. Therapeutic options are also discussed.

Toracoplastia: ¿olvidada o poco conocida? Experiencia en dos hospitales de Camagüey / Thoracoplasty: a little known or forgotten technique? Experience in two hospitals in Camaguey province

Se realizó un estudio descriptivo transversal con 16 pacientes operados mediante toracoplastia entre octubre de 1995 y noviembre del 2005 (un decenio). Las intervenciones se practicaron en los Hospitales Universitarios Amalia Simoni, en Camagüey, y Martín Chang Puga, en Nuevitas. Las indicaciones de toracoplastia se debían a la presencia de fístulas broncopleurales en aproximadamente dos tercios del total de pacientes (68,75 por ciento) y en el resto (31,25 por ciento) se realizaron con la intensión de reducir la cavidad a modo de complemento de otra intervención. La mayoría de las toracoplastias se realizaron en el hemitórax derecho, después de una neumonectomía y en un segundo acto quirúrgico. Predominó la resección de dos a tres segmentos costales y, a pesar de una mortalidad alta, el índice de curación fue bueno en los casos restantes. La toracoplastia complementaria es la que mayor indicación tiene en la actualidad y estamos de acuerdo en que las amplias y deformantes han visto pasar su mejor momento, a pesar de que algunos pacientes aún las necesitan(AU)

A descriptive cross-sectional study was performed on 16 patients operated on by thoracoplasty technique from October 1995 to November 2005. Surgeries were performed at Amalia Simoni and Martín Chang Puga university hospitals located in Camaguey city and Nuevitas respectively. Thoracoplasty was indicated because of the presence of bronchopleural fistulae in roughly two thirds of the patients (68,75 per cent) and of the attempt to reduce the thoracic cavity as a complement to a previous operation. Most of thoracoplasties were performed in the right hemithorax after pneumonectomy and in a second surgery. Resection of two or three costal segments predominated. Despite the high mortality rate, the healing index was good in the rest of cases. Supplementary thoracoplasty is the most indicated at present and we agree that wide and deforming thoracoplasties are not longer so much practiced in spite of the fact that some patients still need them(AU)

Complete videoendoscopic harvest and transposition of latissimus dorsi muscle for the treatment of Poland syndrome: a first report.

Poland syndrome is a rare congenital anomaly characterized by unilateral chest wall hypoplasia and ipsilateral hand abnormalities. The indications for chest and breast reconstruction are determined on the basis of functional and aesthetic concerns. The traditional open approach uses a latissimus dorsi muscle flap to attain chest symmetry. Endoscopically assisted latissimus dorsi muscle harvesting has been reported previously, combined with an additional incision for muscle fixation. We present a case series using minimally invasive surgery in Poland syndrome. In our last case, latissimus dorsi muscle harvesting and transposition was performed completely videoendoscopically. We believe we are the first to report this technique in the literature.