Pectus Carinatum Surgery
CHKD's surgeons perform minimally invasive pectus carinatum surgery when bracing cannot correct the condition.
About The Surgery
Based on the
Nuss Procedure, minimally invasive pectus carinatum surgery introduces a curved bar through small incisions made on either side of the chest. The bar is placed under the muscles of the chest and over the sternum, immediately depressing the chest protrusion.
The bars are anchored to the ribs with special stabilizers and remain in place for several years, allowing the chest cartilage to harden in the correct position.
The Step-by-step Process
CHKD is a world leader in chest wall repair and CHKD's surgeons perform pectus carinatum surgery to repair misshapen chest walls.
An International Approach
Learn how international pediatric surgeons, including Dr. Horacio Abramson, collaborated to develop the new procedure.
Our Location
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601 Children's Lane
Norfolk, VA 23507
