Evaluation of the risk factors for postoperative pectus excavatum and scoliosis in cystic lung disease
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This study evaluates postoperative chest wall and spinal deformities in children after surgical treatment for cystic lung disease, comparing open versus thoracoscopic approaches. Key findings indicate that neonatal surgery and larger lesion size predict musculoskeletal complications, with thoracoscopic surgery showing advantages in reducing deformity severity.
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- Thoracoscopic surgery results in lower Haller's index and Cobb angle compared to open surgery for cystic lung disease.
- Neonatal surgery and larger lesion size are significant predictors of postoperative musculoskeletal deformities.
- Pectus excavatum and scoliosis can develop after surgical treatment for cystic lung disease regardless of approach.
- Long-term follow-up (>3 years) is essential to monitor for musculoskeletal complications after cystic lung disease surgery.
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How to cite: GlobalCastMD. Evaluation of the risk factors for postoperative pectus excavatum and scoliosis in cystic lung disease. GlobalCastMD Medical Library. 2025-01-11. https://dev.library.globalcastmd.com/article/9628?via_space=staycurrentmd
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