The All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS) hosted the Symposium on Chest Wall Surgery 2025, bringing together leading specialists in thoracic surgery from March 23rd to 25th. The event served as a platform for the exchange of knowledge and advancements in the treatment of chest wall deformities, with a special focus on innovative and minimally invasive techniques. Experts from around the world gathered to discuss the latest developments and share best practices in surgical approaches.
Among the key speakers was Prof. Shyam Kolvekar, a distinguished thoracic surgeon originally from India and currently based in the UK, who introduced the Pectus Up technique, an innovative and minimally invasive solution for the treatment of Pectus Excavatum in India.
During multiple sessions, Pectus Up took center stage, and specialists were able to speak about its benefits and technical aspects of the technique. A theoretical presentation detailed the advantages of this approach over traditional methods, emphasizing reduced surgical trauma, faster recovery and improved patient outcomes. In addition, Prof. Kolvekar conducted a live hands-on demonstration, guiding specialists through the step-by-step procedure and answering technical questions.
With this latest event, the technique continues to gain global recognition as a groundbreaking alternative in chest wall surgery. The symposium served as a platform for knowledge exchange and collaboration among thoracic surgeons, further advancing the adoption of minimally invasive surgical techniques.
The introduction of Pectus Up as the definitive solution for Pectus Excavatum in India would not have been possible without the dedication and commitment of surgeons who strive to provide the best care for their patients. It would also not have been possible without the key role played by Regency Life Science, the official distributor of Pectus Up in India, for its continuous efforts in promoting this innovative technique and raising awareness among professionals and the community.
The event received a positive response from the attending professionals, reflecting the growing interest in innovative solutions for thoracic deformities. Ventura Medical Technologies and Regency Life Science, the official representative of Pectus Up in the region, expressed their commitment to continue to promote of this technique and ensure that more specialists have access to advanced surgical training.
