Hybrid (Nuss – Ravich) correction of localized deep depression of chest wall deformation

Abstract

Pectus excavatum (PE) is the most common pathology of the chest wall. Correction of PE improves the quality of life of patients, as well as improves cardiopulmonary activity. The operation of choice in pediatric practice is the mini-invasive Nuss method. In rare cases, the Ravich method is used. In clinical observation, the first experience of surgical treatment of a child with a deep form of PE using the Nuss – Ravic hybrid technique with a description of the surgical procedure we were demonstrated. This approach has significantly – improved the cosmetic result and reduced the trauma of surgery.