Correction of pectus carinatum by minimally invasive technique

VernacularTitle:微创胸骨沉降术治疗鸡胸
Author: Xiangning FU
Publication Type:Journal Article
Keywords: Surgical procedures,minimally invasive; Pectus carinatum; Malformation correction
From: Chinese Journal of Postgraduates of Medicine 2011;34(26):14-16
CountryChina
Language:Chinese
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.