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A Simplified Method of Chest Wall Reconstruction
The Annals of Thoracic Surgery, 1972Abstract A simple method of chest wall reconstruction using a latticework of synthetic sutures is described and clinical experiences with this technique are related. Discussion of other methods of chest wall reconstruction is presented.
B J, Leininger +2 more
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Chest wall and sternal resection and reconstruction
Multimedia Manual of Cardio-Thoracic Surgery, 2007Chest wall resection is performed for a variety of conditions and has been a complex problem in the past due to intraoperative technical difficulties, surgical complications, and respiratory failure. Advances in the fields of surgery and anaesthesia and the team effort of the involved thoracic and plastic surgeons result in more aggressive resections ...
Sridhar, Rathinam +2 more
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Reconstruction of the Radiation-Damaged Chest Wall
Surgical Clinics of North America, 1989In the patient with a radiation ulcer of the chest wall, the first question is whether the lesion contains persistent or recurrent cancer. It is also important to determine whether any other local problems such as mediastinal abscess may interfere with the reconstruction. Whether or not cancer is present, all nonviable tissue must be removed. If cancer
P G, Arnold, P C, Pairolero
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Chest Wall Reconstruction Using Biomaterials
The Annals of Thoracic Surgery, 2013Skeletal chest wall reconstruction can be a challenge, depending on the indication, location, and health of the patient; various materials are available. Recently, biomaterials that are remodelable (bovine pericardium patch; Veritas, Synovis Life Technologies Inc, St Paul, MN) or absorbable (polylactic acid [PLA] bar; BioBridge, Acute Innovations ...
Daniel L, Miller +5 more
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Reconstruction of Congenital Chest-Wall Deformities
Surgical Clinics of North America, 1989Pectus deformities and Poland's syndrome are two relatively common congenital deformities of the chest wall that are amenable to reconstruction. The extent of the structural deformity in pectus deformity and the degree of associated cardiopulmonary dysfunction are critical variables in preoperative assessment.
V F, Garcia, A E, Seyfer, G M, Graeber
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Use of the Omentum in Chest-Wall Reconstruction
Surgical Clinics of North America, 1989Increased use of the omentum in chest-wall reconstruction has paralleled the refinement of anatomic knowledge and the development of safe mobilization techniques. Important anatomic points are the omental attachments to surrounding structures, the major blood supply from the left and right gastroepiploic vessels, and the collateral circulation via the ...
R J, Fix, L O, Vasconez
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Reconstruction of complex chest wall defects
The American Journal of Surgery, 1996Reconstruction of complex chest wall defects represents a major challenge and requires close cooperation between the cardiothoracic and reconstructive surgeon to achieve an optimal outcome and reduce the incidence of complications. The principles of chest wall reconstruction include control of infection, local wound care, wide debridement of all ...
M, Cohen, S S, Ramasastry
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Chest Wall Reconstruction in Pediatric Patients with Chest Wall Tumors: A Systematic Review
Journal of Pediatric Surgery, 2023Christina Theodorou, Erin Brown
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