Reconstruction of massive chest wall defect after malignant chest wall mass excision in resource limited setting, a case report.
Int J Surg Case Rep
; 117: 109496, 2024 Apr.
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ABSTRACT
INTRODUCTION AND IMPORTANCE Chest wall tumors, rare but impactful, constitute less than 2 % of the population and 5 % of thoracic neoplasms. Wide-margin resection is vital, often causing substantial defects necessitating reconstruction. However, in resource-limited settings like sub-Saharan Africa, access to reconstruction materials is limited. We present a successful case of managing a massive chest wall defect using flexible wire and polypropylene mesh in such a context. CASE PRESENTATION A 40-year-old male presented with a gradually enlarging anterolateral chest wall mass, diagnosed as low-grade synovial sarcoma. Imaging revealed involvement of the 6th to 11th ribs with compression of the diaphragm and liver. A multidisciplinary team planned wide-margin excision, chest wall reconstruction, and adjuvant chemoradiation. Using a sternal wire bridge and polypropylene mesh, the 25 cm by 15 cm defect was reconstructed, covered with a latissimus dorsi flap. The patient recovered well postoperatively, highlighting the feasibility of innovative approaches in resource-limited settings. CLINICAL DISCUSSION:
Defects larger than 5 cm or involving over 4 ribs require reconstruction to prevent lung herniation and respiratory issues, especially for anteriorolateral defects. Our case featured a 25 by 15 cm anteriorolateral chest wall defect, necessitating rigid reconstruction. Due to resource constraints, we utilized flexible wires and polypropylene mesh, offering a cost-effective solution for managing massive chest wall defects.CONCLUSION:
This case underscores the challenges faced in managing chest wall tumors in resource-constrained regions and emphasizes the importance of innovative solutions for achieving successful outcomes in chest wall reconstruction.
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Int J Surg Case Rep
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2024
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HOLANDA
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HOLLAND
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NETHERLANDS
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NL
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PAISES BAJOS
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THE NETHERLANDS