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12 Αυγ 2024 · The primary aim of this study is to evaluate the MTP combined with PSF in the treatment of patients with stiff thoracic scoliosis accompanied by rib hump deformity. We seek to assess the safety, cost-effectiveness, and efficacy of this modified surgical approach.
25 Σεπ 2020 · In this study, we describe our modified thoracoplasty method for correction of a rib hump deformity, which was designed to improve the thoracic mobility in patients with severe, rigid, thoracic scoliosis.
A complementary surgical procedure your surgeon may recommend is called thoracoplasty. This is a procedure to reduce the rib hump that affects most scoliosis patients with a thoracic curve. It may also be done to obtain bone grafts from the ribs instead of the pelvis, regardless of whether a rib hump is present.
25 Ιαν 2012 · A costoplasty, also called thoracoplasty, is a separate procedure to the spinal fusion, which can reduce the appearance of the “rib hump” that is most often associated with thoracic curves. A costoplasty will usually involve the removal of sections of several ribs that protrude – in my case my surgeon removed four sections of rib – ouch!!
23 Ιουν 2015 · Q: What exactly is a rib thoracoplasty and why is it performed? A: Simply stated, a rib thoracoplasty involves shortening of certain ribs in the thoracic or chest area. It is done to reduce the size and severity of a rib hump which may accompany scoliosis.
Classic nasal hump reduction is based on partial resection of the bones and cartilage in the nose, as described more than a century ago by Joseph. 1 The cartilaginous portion of the hump is a single unit comprised of the 2 upper lateral cartilages (ULCs) and the septal cartilage. These 3 components fuse in their cephalic portions into a shape resembling the letter M, a form that is unique in ...
20 Σεπ 2022 · Thoracic surgery includes any operation to treat an issue in your chest and upper abdomen, such as: Stretched blood vessels (aneurysms). Congenital (present at birth) heart issues. Irregular heart rhythms. Heart failure. Coronary artery disease. Heart or lung transplants.
