Pectus Excavatum, or funnel chest, is a malformation of the thorax characterised by a median or lateral depression of the sternum. Pectus Excavatum occurs in 1 to 2% of the population. This is the most common congenital thoracic deformity with an incidence of 1 in 300 births. In women, pectus excavatum can lead to breast's diformity or asymmetry. There is little or no heart and/or respiratory impact except in very specific cases. It is rather a psychological discomfort, regardless of age. Currently, only 15% of those with a Pectus Excavatum are being operated.
The surgery takes place under general anaesthesia and lasts in average 1 hour. The surgeon prepares the locus to the size of the implant after performing a 7 cm vertical median incision. The implant is deeply slipped into the locus under the muscle, so that it is completely invisible. The closing is made in 3 planes with absorbable intradermal stich. The duration of hospitalisation is 2 days.
Surgical outcomes with little pain: the pain is treated with simple analgesics.
No post-operative care: the stitches are resorbable, no drain, only a dressing for 8 days and a Compression bra to wear from discharge for 1 month.
Follow‑up consultation after 8 days with possible puncture of seroma
Sick leave for 15 days and sports restriction for 3 months.
