Minimally invasive repair of pectus carinatum: a retrospective analysis based on a single surgeon’s 10 years of experience
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DOI: 10.1007/s11748-018-0975-1
Abstract: ObjectivesOver the past decade, minimal invasive surgery for correction of pectus carinatum has gained worldwide acceptance. This study reviews our clinical experience with minimally invasive repair of pectus carinatum (MIRPC) since 2008.MethodsBetween 2008 and 2018,… read more here.
Keywords: minimally invasive; repair pectus; invasive repair; pectus ... See more keywords
Acute anterior myocardial infarction with pectus carinatum.
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DOI: 10.1016/j.jelectrocard.2019.04.004
Abstract: We presented a case of acute anterior myocardial infarction caused by left anterior descending artery occlusion in a patient with pectus carinatum. The electrocardiogram (ECG) on admission showed counterclockwise rotation and T wave inversion only… read more here.
Keywords: pectus carinatum; anterior myocardial; pectus; acute anterior ... See more keywords
Remote treatment of pectus carinatum (Telepectus) during the COVID-19 pandemic
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DOI: 10.1016/j.jpedsurg.2021.10.048
Abstract: ABSTRACT Background / Purpose To report telemedicine's feasibility and satisfaction rates for treating patients with pectus carinatum using a Dynamic Compressor System. We analyzed treatment adherence in comparison with the previous, non-pandemic year. Materials and… read more here.
Keywords: system; compressor system; treatment; dynamic compressor ... See more keywords
A Single‐Center Experience with Dynamic Compression Bracing for Children with Pectus Carinatum
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DOI: 10.1055/s-0037-1606845
Abstract: Abstract Objective Bracing for pectus carinatum (PC) has emerged as an alternative to surgical correction. However, predictive factors for bracing remain poorly understood, as much of the data have been reported from small series. Materials… read more here.
Keywords: compression bracing; bracing; correction; dynamic compression ... See more keywords
Psychometric properties of the Turkish version of the Pectus Carinatum Evaluation Questionnaire used in patients with pectus carinatum treated with compression orthosis.
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DOI: 10.1097/pxr.0000000000000173
Abstract: BACKGROUND The Pectus Carinatum Evaluation Questionnaire (PCEQ) was developed for use in patients with pectus carinatum (PC) treated with compression orthosis. The questionnaire can be used to develop a strict program in the early follow-up… read more here.
Keywords: compression orthosis; pectus carinatum; reliability; carinatum ... See more keywords
Seasonal interest in pectus excavatum and pectus carinatum: a retrospective analysis of Google Trends data.
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DOI: 10.21037/jtd-20-2924
Abstract: Background Individuals affected by chest wall deformities may search for information on these conditions on the web. Google data may reflect the global interest in health-related information. Our aim was to investigate the global trends… read more here.
Keywords: pectus excavatum; interest; pectus; pectus carinatum ... See more keywords
The Role of Anthropologic Measurements in Pectus Carinatum Brace Treatment Evaluation
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DOI: 10.2478/msr-2022-0006
Abstract: Abstract Objectives: Brace treatment in children with pectus carinatum has become the method of choice during the last decade. The authors evaluate the role of anthropometric measurements in diagnostic and treatment processes. Methods: A prospective… read more here.
Keywords: treatment; pectus carinatum; brace treatment; role anthropologic ... See more keywords