Congenital medium sternal cleft with partial ectopia cordis repair

Sousa, P. R.; Antunes, S.; Couto, A.; Santos, G. C.; Leal, L. G.; Magalhaes, M. P.; Madeira Island, Região Autónoma da Madeira; Portugal

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Madeira Island, Região Autónoma da Madeira

Portugal

Abstract(s)

Congenital sternal malformation is a rare anomaly often diagnosed as an asymptomatic condition at birth. The authors report a clinical case of a full-term female neonate with congenital sternal cleft and partial ectopia cordis. Successful surgical repair was accomplished at 6 days of age. When surgery is performed shortly after birth, the procedure is easier and better results are achieved.