Peer-reviewed veterinary case report
Surgical repair of chest deformity in a young cat using sternum
By Crigel, M H & Moissonnier, P·Published in The Journal of small animal practice·2005·Clinique Vé, France·View original on PubMed →
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Original publication title: Pectus excavatum surgically repaired using sternum realignment and splint techniques in a young cat.
- Species:
- cat
Plain-English summary
A 5-month-old cat with a chest deformity called pectus excavatum (which can cause breathing problems) underwent successful surgery to correct the issue. The cat had shown some difficulty breathing due to the deformity, which worsened as it grew older. The veterinarian used a method that involved realigning the sternum and securing it with a pin and an external splint. After the surgery, the cat's condition improved, and it was able to breathe more easily.
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Abstract
Successful surgical repair of pectus excavatum deformities has so far only been reported in very young animals. This case report describes an alternative technique for repairing pectus excavatum in a young cat. The cat had shown moderate deformity with slight respiratory impairment when young and had experienced clinical problems with age. A sternum realignment technique involving a pin associated with an external splint was used. This alternative technique was a safe and efficient procedure in the five-month-old cat.
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Search related cases →Original publication on PubMed: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/16041862/