Abstract
Severe asphyxiating thoracic dystrophy (Jeune syndrome) is usually fatal. The authors used distraction osteogenesis in a severe case and achieved 45mm distraction of the sternum and improvement in tidal volume, lung compliance, and mean airway pressure.
Original language | English |
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Pages (from-to) | 180-183 |
Number of pages | 4 |
Journal | Journal of Plastic Surgery and Hand Surgery |
Volume | 50 |
Issue number | 3 |
DOIs | |
Publication status | Published - 2016 Mar 22 |
Keywords
- Distraction osteogenesis
- Jeune syndrome
- Thoracic expansion