Autologous rib transplantation and terylene patch for repair of chest wall defect in a girl with Poland syndrome: a case report.

Abstract

Poland syndrome is a constellation of anomalies including absent pectoralis muscle and rib defects, even with malformations of the upper extremity that more often affects boys than girls. This case describes a 5-year-old and 4-month-old girl diagnosed with Poland syndrome that required chest wall reconstruction. An autologous rib transplantation and terylene patch were used for repair of the chest wall defect. The girl had a satisfactory postoperative recovery. This technique was an effective method of treatment of this condition.

• Authors: Fang Zhou, Wenying Liu, Yunman Tang
• Journal: Journal of pediatric surgery (J Pediatr Surg) Vol. 43 Issue 10 Pg. 1902-5 (Oct 2008) ISSN: 1531-5037 [Electronic] United States
• PMID: 18926229 (Publication Type: Case Reports, Journal Article)

Chemical References

• Polyethylene Terephthalates
• terylene

Topics

• Absorbable Implants
• Cartilage, Articular (transplantation)
• Child, Preschool
• Female
• Humans
• Poland Syndrome (surgery)
• Polyethylene Terephthalates
• Ribs (transplantation)
• Surgical Mesh
• Thoracic Wall (surgery)
• Transplantation, Autologous