Chest Wall Reconstruction Using a Methyl Methacrylate Neo-Rib and Mesh.
case_report · Level V
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- Also identified by DOI 10.1016/j.athoracsur.2015.02.127 and PMC identifier 4978354.
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Abstract
Prosthetic reconstruction of the chest wall after oncologic resection is performed by means of various techniques using different materials. We describe a new technique of chest wall reconstruction that includes the use of Marlex mesh and the creation of a neo-rib from a Steinmann pin and methyl methacrylate.
Medical subject headings
- Methylmethacrylate
- Orthopedic Procedures
- Polypropylenes
- Prostheses and Implants
- Plastic Surgery Procedures
- Ribs
- Surgical Mesh
- Thoracic Wall