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21742 Repair stern/nuss without scope

Surgery Global 90d

Also known as: Nuss procedure open, pectus excavatum repair without scope

Repair of sternum and Nuss procedure without endoscopic visualization. Surgical correction of pectus deformity using Nuss procedure technique without endoscopic guidance.

Clinical Context

Used for correction of pectus excavatum (sunken chest) using submuscular bar placement without endoscopic visualization. Indicated for functional or cosmetic concerns.

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Specialties

Thoracic SurgeryPediatric Surgery

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