Thoracic insufficiency syndrome
Medical condition
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Thoracic insufficiency syndrome is the inability of the thorax to support normal respiration.[1] It is frequently associated with chest and/or spinal abnormalities. Treatment options are limited, but include supportive pulmonary care and surgical options (thoracoplasty and/or implantation of vertical expandable prosthetic titanium rib (VEPTR) devices).[2][3]
| Thoracic insufficiency syndrome | |
|---|---|
| Specialty | Pulmonology |
