Rib Thoracoplasty Treatment in India
About Rib Thoracoplasty
Key Highlights
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Corrects severe chest wall deformities to improve thoracic symmetry and contour.Alleviates cardiopulmonary compression, potentially enhancing breathing capacity and exercise tolerance.Can significantly improve a child's posture and overall body alignment.Addresses cosmetic concerns, which can positively impact psychological well-being and self-confidence.Performed by specialized pediatric orthopedic surgeons with expertise in growing skeletal structures.
Who is this surgery for?
- Severe or symptomatic pectus excavatum causing cardiac or pulmonary compression.
- Advanced pectus carinatum not responsive to bracing therapy.
- Complex or asymmetric chest wall deformities from congenital conditions.
- Deformities resulting from trauma or previous thoracic surgery.
- Significant cosmetic concern causing psychological distress to the child or adolescent.
How to prepare
- Comprehensive pre-operative evaluation including chest CT scan or MRI to assess the deformity's severity and plan surgery.
- Cardiac and pulmonary function tests to establish a baseline.
- Pre-operative consultations with the pediatric orthopedic surgeon, anesthesiologist, and sometimes a pediatric pulmonologist or cardiologist.
- Discontinuation of certain medications (e.g., blood thinners) as advised by the surgical team.
- Fasting for 6-8 hours before the scheduled surgery time.
- Psychological preparation of the child and family, discussing expectations and the recovery process.
Risks & possible complications
- General surgical risks: Reaction to anesthesia, bleeding, infection, or blood clots.
- Pneumothorax (collapsed lung) or pleural effusion (fluid around the lung).
- Persistent post-operative pain or chronic pain at the surgical site.
- Asymmetry, under-correction, or recurrence of the deformity.
- Injury to surrounding structures like nerves, blood vessels, or lung tissue.
- Scarring at the incision sites.
- Rare risks include impaired chest wall growth in very young children.
Recovery & hospital stay
- Initial hospital stay for pain management, respiratory therapy, and monitoring.
- Use of patient-controlled analgesia (PCA) or epidural catheters for pain control initially.
- Encouragement of deep breathing exercises and incentive spirometry to prevent lung complications.
- Gradual mobilization, often starting on the first post-operative day.
- Restrictions on heavy lifting, contact sports, and strenuous activities for several weeks to months.
- Follow-up appointments for wound checks, suture removal, and assessment of healing.
- Physical therapy may be recommended to restore full range of motion and strength.
- Full recovery and return to all normal activities, including sports, may take several months.
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Typical hospital stay:
4-7 days
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Expected recovery time:
6-8 weeks for initial recovery; 3-6 months for full return to strenuous activities
Frequently Asked Questions
If you are considering rib thoracoplasty in India, these questions and answers can help you make a confident, informed decision.
Top-rated hospitals in India with pediatric orthopedics departments and experienced surgeons are ideal for this procedure. Use MediFyr to compare facilities, reviews, and doctor profiles before you decide.
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The overall cost depends on hospital category, surgeon’s experience, room type, implant or device used (if any), length of stay, tests, and post-operative care. Our team can help you get cost estimates from multiple hospitals before you decide.
Procedure cost in other countries
Here is an overview of how the estimated cost, hospital stay, and recovery time for rib thoracoplasty compare across other countries where we have data.
| Country | Estimated cost range | Typical stay | Recovery time | View details |
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| India | INR 250 Thousand – 600 Thousand | 4-7 days | ~ 6-8 weeks for initial recovery; 3-6 months for full return to strenuous activities | Know More |
| Turkey | TRY 875 Thousand – 2.1 Million | 4-7 days | ~ 6-8 weeks for initial recovery; 3-6 months for full return to strenuous activities | Know More |
Krishna Jones is a 14-year-old competitive...
Krishna Jones is a 14-year-old competitive swimmer from a family of athletes. For two years, he struggled with increasing shortness of breath and chest tightness during training, which his pediatrician initially attributed to asthma. However, his performance plateaued, and a visible, deep indentation on the right side of his chest became more pronounced. A CT scan confirmed a severe pectus excavatum, where his sternum and ribs were compressing his heart and right lung. His pediatric orthopedic surgeon, Dr. Evans, recommended a rib thoracoplasty combined with a Nuss procedure to correct the deformity and relieve the compression. Krishna was terrified that the surgery would end his swimming career. The procedure was intense, and the first weeks of recovery were painful, requiring him to learn a new, careful way of moving. After six months of dedicated physical therapy, his lung capacity tests improved dramatically. A year post-op, not only did he return to the pool, but he set new personal bests. The emotional journey was from a place of fear and limitation to one of profound relief and regained confidence, both in his body and his future in the sport he loves.
Pediatric Orthopedics for Rib Thoracoplasty
Explore experienced pediatric orthopedics who regularly perform rib thoracoplasty and provide pre- and post-operative care in India.
- 14 Years Experience
- Pediatric Orthopedics
Manipal Hospital Ghaziabad, Ghaziabad
- 23 Years Experience
- Pediatric Orthopedics
Manipal Hospital Old Airport Road, Bangalore
- 8 Years Experience
- Pediatric Orthopedics
Manipal Hospital Mukundapur, Kolkata