Results of Thoracoplasty via Small Incisions with Fixation of Sternocostal Complex by Shape Memory Metal Plate in Funnel Chest Deformity

Abstract

Long-term results of radical thoracoplasty via small incisions with fixation of sternocostal complex by shape memory metal plate were studied. Total number of 263 patients, aged 2.5 - 45 years, with funnel chest deformity (FCD) were operated using that technique. Out of them 118 patients were under 18 years and 145 - over 18 years. In adult patients in children good results were achieved in 97.7% and 90.5% of cases, respectively. During the process of plate removal in children it was possible to correct residual chest deformity and achieve good results. In childhood radical thoracoplasty is indicated only to the patients with severe 2-3 stages of FCD and “least” FCD forms should be corrected at the mature age.