Minimally invasive pectus surgery
Hebra, A.
Chest Surgery Clinics of North America 10(2): 329-339 Vii
2000
ISSN/ISBN: 1052-3359 PMID: 10803337 Document Number: 524736
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. The innovative incorporation of thoracoscopic techniques and small but important modifications to the technique have made this operation very effective and safe.