Pectus excavatum, kyphoscoliosis associated with thoracolumbar spinal stenosis is rare, and thus her treatment options are very challengeable. Extensive laminectomy decompression and de …

Oct 27, 2009 · This demonstrated marked expiratory compression of the inferior vena cava (IVC) with near obliteration of the intrathoracic space between the sternum and thoracic vertebrae …

Jun 16, 2017 · We have shown a significant association between HI measured and rotation of thoracic vertebra at the level of highest chest deformation (apical vertebra) in symmetric …

In summary, pectus excavatum is not just a cosmetic defect but may also be associated with cardiopulmonary dysfunction. This anatomic deformity can impact both LV and RV systolic …

Jan 15, 2013 · Patients with pectus excavatum have an increased risk for cardiac rupture after blunt chest trauma because of compression between the sternum and spine. Therefore, …

Jul 25, 2023 · Pectus excavatum (PE) is a congenital malformation with a funnel-shaped depression of the sternum that can lead to cardiac symptoms. However, there are patients …

Pectus excavatum (PE) is a posterior depression of the sternum and adjacent costal cartilages and is frequently seen by primary care providers. PE accounts for >90% of congenital chest …

Pectus excavatum is the most common congenital anterior chest wall deformity. Currently, a wide variety of diagnostic protocols and criteria for corrective surgery are being used. Their use is …

Patients with pectus excavatum and scoliosis can present a unique clinical challenge to operative correction. In patients with severe deformities, vascular structures in between the spine and …

Nov 14, 2024 · The lateral radiograph demonstrates an anteriorly displaced sternum and multiple wedge compression fractures in the thoracic and lumbar spine. The bone mineral density is …