Saturday, February, 11, 2012

Pectus excavatum repair

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Alternative Names

Funnel chest repair; Chest deformity repair


Expectations after surgery

Cosmetic results are generally good. The success of the procedure to improve breathing or exercise capacity is variable. Many affected children have other connective tissue disorders, and thus need related surgery.


Convalescence

Hospitalization for 1 week is common. Vigorous activity may need to be restricted for 3 months.


Review Date: 05/10/2006
Reviewed By: Alan Greene, M.D., F.A.A.P., Department of Pediatrics, Packard Children's Hospital, Stanford University School of Medicine; Chief Medical Officer, A.D.A.M., Inc.

A.D.A.M., Inc. is accredited by URAC, also known as the American Accreditation HealthCare Commission (www.urac.org)