Removal of migrating pectus bars by video-assisted thoracoscopy

Eur J Cardiothorac Surg. 2001 May;19(5):713-5. doi: 10.1016/s1010-7940(01)00651-0.

Abstract

Surgical correction of pectus excavatum deformity with the use of a metal bar strut provides a good cosmetic result with a low complication rate. Reports of pectus bar migration are rare but we report three cases of bar migration which required thoracoscopic removal.

Publication types

  • Case Reports

MeSH terms

  • Adult
  • Device Removal*
  • Funnel Chest / surgery*
  • Humans
  • Male
  • Plastic Surgery Procedures
  • Prostheses and Implants*
  • Thoracic Surgery, Video-Assisted*