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Ann Thorac Surg
; 91(2): 584-6, 2011 Feb.
Artigo
em Inglês
| MEDLINE
| ID: mdl-21256319
RESUMO
Breast cancer frequently metastasizes to the bone. When the sternum is involved, it usually presents as a solitary lesion. In such cases, resection is indicated, including with the intention to cure. This case report describes a technique for a complete exeresis of the sternum, ex vivo repair under hypothermia, and reimplantation. Cryosurgery is a well-known technique to resect bone metastases and was the procedure used in our patient. The follow-up after 2 years shows no evidence of tumor recurrence, with excellent results on aesthetic levels.