Kyobu geka. The Japanese journal of thoracic surgery
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Minimally invasive surgery (Nuss procedure) is being accepted rapidly as a preferred method for pectus excavatum repair. This report describes single institution experience with the Nuss procedure. Patient records were reviewed for retrospective analysis. ⋯ A 3-point fixation system minimized the risk of bar shifting. The minimally invasive technique has evolved into an effective method of pectus excavatum repair. Mid-term results continue to be excellent.