Pectus excavatum repair

Pectus excavatum repair - series

Pectus excavatum is a deformity of the front of the chest wall with depression of the breastbone (sternum) and rib (costal) cartilages.

Pectus excavatum repair - series

Pectus excavatum is a deformity of the front of the chest wall with depression of the breastbone (sternum) and rib (costal) cartilages.

Pectus excavatum repair - series

Indications

Repair of pectus excavatum may be recommended for; Improved appearance (cosmetic repair); Improved breathing (respiratory function).

Pectus excavatum repair - series

Indications

Repair of pectus excavatum may be recommended for; Improved appearance (cosmetic repair); Improved breathing (respiratory function).

Pectus excavatum repair - series

Procedure

While the child is deep asleep and pain-free (using general anesthesia), an incision is made over the breastbone (sternum). The deformed cartilage are removed and the rib lining is left in place to allow re-growth of the cartilage. An incision is made in the sternum and it is repositioned. A rib or metal strut may be used to stabilize the sternum in normal position until healing occurs in 3 to 6 months. A chest tube may be placed to re-expand the lung if the lining of the lung is entered. Metal struts are removed 6 months later through a small skin incision under the arm. This procedure is usually done as an outpatient.

Pectus excavatum repair - series

Procedure

While the child is deep asleep and pain-free (using general anesthesia), an incision is made over the breastbone (sternum). The deformed cartilage ar...

Aftercare

Hospitalization for 1 week is common. Vigorous activity may need to be restricted for 3 months.

Pectus excavatum repair - series

Aftercare

Hospitalization for 1 week is common. Vigorous activity may need to be restricted for 3 months.

Review Date: 8/22/2023

Reviewed By: Mary C. Mancini, MD, PhD, Cardiothoracic Surgeon, Shreveport, LA. Review provided by VeriMed Healthcare Network. Also reviewed by David C. Dugdale, MD, Medical Director, Brenda Conaway, Editorial Director, and the A.D.A.M. Editorial team.

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<strong>Pectus excavatum repair - series</strong><p>Pectus excavatum is a deformity of the front of the chest wall with depression of the breastbone (sternum) and rib (costal) cartilages.</p>

<strong>Indications</strong><p>Repair of pectus excavatum may be recommended for; Improved appearance (cosmetic repair); Improved breathing (respiratory function).</p>

<strong>Procedure</strong><p>While the child is deep asleep and pain-free (using general anesthesia), an incision is made over the breastbone (sternum). The deformed cartilage are removed and the rib lining is left in place to allow re-growth of the cartilage. An incision is made in the sternum and it is repositioned. A rib or metal strut may be used to stabilize the sternum in normal position until healing occurs in 3 to 6 months. A chest tube may be placed to re-expand the lung if the lining of the lung is entered. Metal struts are removed 6 months later through a small skin incision under the arm. This procedure is usually done as an outpatient.</p>

<strong>Aftercare</strong><p>Hospitalization for 1 week is common. Vigorous activity may need to be restricted for 3 months. </p>

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