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- Title
Is there an 'ideal' material for chest wall reconstruction?
- Authors
Kaiser, Larry R
- Abstract
This article discusses the search for an ideal material for chest wall reconstruction. The study, conducted at Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center in New York City, examined 438 patients who underwent chest wall reconstruction using either a synthetic or biologic prosthesis. The primary goal of reconstruction is to maintain chest wall mechanics and avoid respiratory issues. The study found that the type of prosthesis used did not significantly impact the rate of complications requiring reoperation. However, the use of a microvascular free flap for myocutaneous coverage was associated with a lower rate of complications. The article also explores the development of personalized prostheses using 3-D printing technology and the use of titanium plates for chest wall reconstruction. The authors conclude that there is currently no ideal prosthesis and that the choice of material should be based on individual patient factors.
- Subjects
NEW York (N.Y.); MEMORIAL Sloan-Kettering Cancer Center; FREE flaps; THREE-dimensional printing; MUSCULOCUTANEOUS flaps; RESPIRATORY mechanics; PROSTHETICS
- Publication
European Journal of Cardio-Thoracic Surgery, 2023, Vol 64, Issue 6, p1
- ISSN
1010-7940
- Publication type
Article
- DOI
10.1093/ejcts/ezad397