| Literature DB >> 27407553 |
Bipin Puri1, S K Kaul2, M M Harjai3.
Abstract
The technique of minimally invasive repair of pectus excavatum is a new operation that allows for repair of this deformity without any cartilage resection or sternal osteotomy. The procedure has revolutionized the management of pectus excavatum. Six cases of pectus excavatum were referred to our centre for surgical correction. However, based on Haller's CT index 2 merited surgery. Our results suggest that the minimally invasive repair of pectus excavatum is an exciting operation with minimal morbidity and excellent results. The innovative incorporation of thoracoscopic techniques and small but important modifications to the techniques will make this operation very effective and safe.Entities:
Keywords: Minimally invasive surgery; Pectus excavatum
Year: 2011 PMID: 27407553 PMCID: PMC4923624 DOI: 10.1016/S0377-1237(03)80144-2
Source DB: PubMed Journal: Med J Armed Forces India ISSN: 0377-1237