Innovative Approach to Chest Wall Reconstruction Using Autologous Tissue – The Fascia Lata in Pediatric Patients

Abstract

Chest wall reconstruction poses significant challenges. One of those challenges is choosing the correct material for reconstruction. There is debate on using prosthetic materials versus autologous tissues and rigid versus nonrigid materials. This article showcases the novel use of fascia lata for chest wall reconstruction in children.

Keywords

• chest wall reconstruction
• ewing’s sarcoma
• fascia lata