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Case Studies | Surgery | India | Volume 13 Issue 9, September 2024 | Rating: 4.7 / 10
Chondrosarcoma of Sternum-Reconstruction with Polypropylene Mesh, Titanium Plate and Myocutaneous Flap after Subtotal Excision
Vinayak G, Sameer Babu Ummer, Aravind P Raman, Ravikumar T D
Abstract: Chondrosarcoma of the sternum is an exceedingly rare malignancy. In this case study, we present a 62 - year - old female diagnosed with a low ? grade chondrosarcoma involving the left sternoclavicular joint. The patient underwent subtotal excision followed by reconstruction with a titanium plate, polypropylene mesh, and a myocutaneous flap. The postoperative course was uneventful, and the histopathology report confirmed Grade 2 chondrosarcoma with clear margins. We also provide a review of the relevant literature, emphasizing the importance of complete resection and the challenges of chest wall reconstruction.
Keywords: Chondrosarcoma, sternum reconstruction, titanium plate, polypropylene mesh, myocutaneous flap
Edition: Volume 13 Issue 9, September 2024,
Pages: 1264 - 1266