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Question: What happens after the Ravitch procedure?
Answer:Your child will need pain medicine and rest after the surgery. He or she will need to stay home from school until prescription pain medicine isn't needed.
For about six weeks after the surgery, your child should:
Continue Reading- Take all medicines as prescribed by the surgeon
- Do all breathing exercises (this helps prevent infection)
- Walk or do other gentle exercises as recommended by the surgeon
- Avoid gym class at school
- Not carry a backpack or other heavy items
- Avoid strenuous activity, including running
- Ride in the back seat to avoid possible trauma from an airbag in the event of an accident
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Question: What happens during the Ravitch procedure?
Answer:During the Ravitch procedure, the following steps are performed:
Continue Reading- An incision is made across the child’s chest
- The rib cartilage is reshaped
- One or more drains are placed under the skin to drain fluid from the surgery site
- A chest tube may be placed to prevent the lungs from collapsing before the incision is closed
In the months after surgery, the cartilage grows and keeps the breastbone in the new position.
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Question: What are the different treatment options?
Answer:The Ravitch (open approach) and Nuss procedure (minimally invasive approach) are two surgical options. We also offer intraoperative cryoablation therapy (temporary freezing of nerves) for postoperative pain management, which allows most patients to be discharged 2 to 3 days after surgery. Postoperative activity will be tailored for each patient based on surgical approach and condition. -
Question: What is pectus carinatum (pigeon chest)?
Answer:Pectus carinatum is when the sternum (breastbone) is pushed outward from the chest due to abnormal cartilage, causing a pigeon chest. The defect does not apply pressure to the heart or lungs, but can cause atypical chest pain and breathlessness on exertion. Carinatum defects can be treated non-invasively with bracing at almost any age, or surgically during adolescent years. -
Question: What is pectus excavatum (sunken chest)?
Answer:Pectus excavatum is when the sternum (breastbone) is pushed into the chest due to costal cartilage. The defect can apply pressure and displace the heart and lungs. Pectus excavatum correction surgery can be performed by pediatric thoracic surgeons, cardiothoracic surgeons and orthopedic surgeons. Treatment options include the suction bell, Ravitch (open) surgical repair, and the Nuss (minimally invasive) repair. The defect typically worsens during adolescent growth spurts and can be corrected starting at 12 years old. -
Question: How do I pay my bill for AdventHealth Medical Group Family Medicine at Harker Heights?
Answer:You can pay your bill for AdventHealth Medical Group Family Medicine at Harker Heights by paying online or calling Call1-866-751-3326 to speak to billing. Learn more about this practice. -
Question: What services does AdventHealth Medical Group Family Medicine at Harker Heights provide?
Answer:AdventHealth Medical Group Family Medicine at Harker Heights provides the following services: Children's Care and Primary Care. Learn more about this practice. -
Question: What providers practice at AdventHealth Medical Group Family Medicine at Harker Heights?
Answer:The following providers practice at AdventHealth Medical Group Family Medicine at Harker Heights: Robert Perry, MD. Learn more about this practice. -
Question: How can I request an appointment at AdventHealth Medical Group Family Medicine at Harker Heights?
Answer:You can request an appointment at AdventHealth Medical Group Family Medicine at Harker Heights by calling Call254-519-8922. Learn more about this practice. -
Question: What are the hours for AdventHealth Medical Group Family Medicine at Harker Heights?
Answer:The hours for AdventHealth Medical Group Family Medicine at Harker Heights are Monday 8 am to 5 pm; Tuesday 8 am to 5 pm; Wednesday 8 am to 5 pm; Thursday 8 am to 5 pm; Friday 8 am to 12 pm; closed on Saturday and Sunday. Learn more about this practice.