Pleural Effusion Complicating after Nuss Procedure for Pectus Excavatum

Abstract

Pleural effusion complicating after Nuss procedure was uncommon. It occurred most on adult patients with placement of double bars. Close follow-up in adults after more than one bar insertion is recommended. Administration of temporary medications of indomethacin/steroid and/or thoracocentesis could obtain a satisfying result. Early administration of indomethacin/steroid in adult patients repaired by two bars with mild pleural effusion for preventing pooling of effusion could also be considered.