The Sternum Reconstruction: Present and Future Perspectives
October 2022
in “
Frontiers in Oncology
”
TLDR New techniques and materials improve sternum reconstruction and patient quality of life.
The document reviewed the procedure of sternectomy, which was primarily used for removing tumors or treating infections in the sternum, and discussed the challenges of functional reconstruction following the removal. It highlighted various approaches that had been proposed to improve the operation and outcomes of sternum reconstruction, such as allograft transplantation, the use of novel materials, and the development of innovative surgical techniques. These advancements promised to enhance the quality of life for patients undergoing sternum reconstruction.