| Literature DB >> 26263876 |
Tsubasa Takahashi1, Tadaharu Okazaki2, Atsuyuki Yamataka3, Eiji Uchida4.
Abstract
Although the Nuss procedure for pectus excavatum has been widely employed, a variety of complications have been reported. The most dangerous complication is cardiac injury from the insertion of the introducer. To eliminate these complications, we present a sternum elevating technique using a Kent retractor and a lifting hook.Entities:
Keywords: Kent retractor; Lifting hook; Pectus excavatum; Sternum elevation
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Year: 2015 PMID: 26263876 DOI: 10.1007/s00383-015-3764-2
Source DB: PubMed Journal: Pediatr Surg Int ISSN: 0179-0358 Impact factor: 1.827