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Surgery for Recurrent Pectus Deformities
Annals of Thoracic Surgery, 11/04/09

Luu TD et al. – Adults with severe pectus deformities (PI > 4.0) and asymmetric defects are at a greater risk of recurrence after a Nuss procedure. These patients may better be served with a modified Ravitch repair initially. Reoperation for failed pectus repair in adults can be performed safely with outstanding results.

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Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, 11/02/09 Relevance Score: 65%

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Journal of Rheumatology, 11/06/09 Relevance Score: 46%

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Oncology (Karger), 11/17/09 Relevance Score: 45%

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ScienceDaily, 11/02/09 Relevance Score: 45%

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