Minimally invasive surgical correction of chest wall deformities in children (Nuss procedure)

Adv Pediatr. 2008:55:395-410. doi: 10.1016/j.yapd.2008.07.012.

Abstract

Pectus excavatum can be corrected with minimally invasive techniques that do not require costal cartilage resection or sternal osteotomy. At our institution, 947 patients have been safely and effectively managed with excellent long-term results and low morbidity.

Publication types

  • Review

MeSH terms

  • Algorithms
  • Child
  • Decision Making
  • Exercise
  • Funnel Chest / therapy*
  • Humans
  • Minimally Invasive Surgical Procedures*