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(Chest. 1953;23:428-438.)
© 1953 American College of Chest Physicians

One Stage Thoracoplasty Using an Adhesive Hemicast

W. G. TRAPP M.D., F.C.C.P.1

1 Tranquille Sanatorium, British Columbia, Canada.

1) Paradoxical post-operative respiration has been controlled using an adhesive hemicast.

2) Sputum has been adequately cleared.

3) The technique has been successfully applied under varied circumstances.

4) There has been good wound healing under the cast.

5) The collapse obtained appears to be more complete than when an equal number of ribs are removed by the staged procedure.

6) Patients are enthusiastic about the prospect of a one stage alternative.

7) Two operations and two and one-half months hospitalization are saved.






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