Cadaveric evaluation of sternal reconstruction using the pectoralis muscle flap

Mycotic subclavian aneurysms are rare, and their presence typically mandates urgent repair due to the associated high risk of rupture and mortality. A multi-disciplinary team effort is of utmost importance in ensuring favorable results. In this case report, we present a 79-year-old male with a rapidly enlarging mycotic left subclavian artery aneurysm secondary to a retrosternal abscess and left sternoclavicular septic arthritis, who underwent aneurysmal exclusion, a left carotid-left axillary bypass and pectoralis muscle flap coverage with a good outcome.

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Early and long-term results of pectoralis muscle flap reconstruction versus sternal rewiring following failed sternal closure

European Journal of Cardio-Thoracic Surgery ◽

10.1093/ejcts/ezt080 ◽

2013 ◽

Vol 43 (6) ◽

pp. e144-e150 ◽

Cited By ~ 11

Author(s):

J. Zeitani ◽

E. Pompeo ◽

P. Nardi ◽

G. Sergiacomi ◽

M. Scognamiglio ◽

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Keyword(s):

Muscle Flap ◽

Long Term Results ◽

Pectoralis Muscle ◽

Flap Reconstruction ◽

Sternal Closure

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Response to: Pectoralis muscle flap for pharyngocutaneous fistula, from Emre Vural

Otolaryngology ◽

10.1016/j.otohns.2009.10.001 ◽

2010 ◽

Vol 142 (1) ◽

pp. 153-153

Author(s):

Urjeet A. Patel

Keyword(s):

Muscle Flap ◽

Pharyngocutaneous Fistula ◽

Pectoralis Muscle

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A Modified Pectoralis Muscle Flap for Closure of Postpneumonectomy Esophagopleural Fistula: Technique and Results

The Annals of Thoracic Surgery ◽

10.1016/s0003-4975(10)62802-0 ◽

1987 ◽

Vol 43 (4) ◽

pp. 359-362 ◽

Cited By ~ 2

Author(s):

H.J. Mud ◽

H. van Houten ◽

R. Slingerland ◽

P. Sonneveld ◽

S. Kho

Keyword(s):

Muscle Flap ◽

Pectoralis Muscle

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First Sternal Cleft Repair Using a Porous Alumina Ceramic Prosthesis in a 9-Year-Old Child

European Journal of Pediatric Surgery Reports ◽

10.1055/s-0039-1688775 ◽

2019 ◽

Vol 07 (01) ◽

pp. e20-e23

Author(s):

Virginie Fouilloux ◽

François Bertin ◽

Emilie Peltier ◽

Jean-Luc Jouve

Keyword(s):

Porous Alumina ◽

Muscle Flap ◽

Alumina Ceramic ◽

Congenital Defects ◽

Deep Sternal Wound Infection ◽

Sternal Cleft ◽

Good Healing ◽

Rare Congenital Abnormality ◽

Sternal Reconstruction

AbstractSternal cleft is a rare congenital abnormality, often associated with other congenital defects. We present the case of a 9-year-old child with complete sternal cleft, treated with an innovative sternal prosthesis. Surgery was performed to protect the heart and also, as pulsations was visible, leading to serious esthetical concerns, to enhance school integration, which was difficult. The porous alumina device used was initially designed for sternal reconstruction after refractory deep sternal wound infection or carcinoma. Surgery and early follow-up were simple. There was no complication and the follow-up of more than 1 year reveals a good healing without breath discomfort and a correct development of the chest wall. In this rare indication, the alumina ceramic sternal prosthesis offers a reliable alternative to classical methods, such as muscle flap, autogenous tissue transfer, costal homograft, and other prosthetic materials like mesh or synthetic patch.

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Reoperation through a previous pectoralis muscle flap in an infant: reply

The Annals of Thoracic Surgery ◽

10.1016/s0003-4975(00)01869-5 ◽

2000 ◽

Vol 70 (4) ◽

pp. 1449 ◽

Cited By ~ 3

Author(s):

Eldad Erez

Keyword(s):

Muscle Flap ◽

Pectoralis Muscle

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Contralateral Pectoralis Flap for Repair of Spinal Hardware-Associated Fistula

Ear Nose & Throat Journal ◽

10.1177/01455613211039043 ◽

2021 ◽

Vol 100 (6_suppl) ◽

pp. 884S-887S

Author(s):

Ariel M. Azhdam ◽

Michela Borrelli ◽

Ryan K. Orosco

Keyword(s):

Medication Error ◽

Muscle Flap ◽

Pectoralis Muscle ◽

Pectoralis Flap

We report a case of a recurrent hypopharyngeal fistula following spinal hardware placement that required multiple procedures. The course was complicated by a medication error and ultimately the fistula resolved after contralateral pectoralis muscle flap.

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