Pectus Up®

Surgical method for the treatment of Pectus Excavatum

WHAT IS PECTUS UP?
THE PECTUS UP TECHNIQUE
THE PECTUS UP IMPLANT
BENEFITS OF THE PECTUS UP

What is the Pectus Up?

It is an innovative surgical method that achieve a minimally invasive solution for correcting Pectus Excavatum.

Pectus Up represents a significant technological innovation in the field of chest surgery for the treatment of this condition, as it is a highly non-invasive method that considerably reduces the complexity and risks of the procedure, leading to shorter patient recovery time and highly satisfactory results.

The Pectus Up technique

The Pectus Up technique (previously known as Taulinoplasty) represents a major technological innovation in the field of thoracic surgery for the treatment of Pectus Excavatum in patients of all ages, including both children and adults.

As a technique, Pectus Up uses a patient-friendly surgical approach that requires only a small incision to place the implant extrathoracically, allowing for the elevation of the sternum and correction of the sunken chest.

The innovation in the implantable material, as well as in the specific surgical instruments, thanks to continuous improvements introduced over time has significantly reduced the complexity of the surgery and, consequently, the risks associated with the procedure.

The correction of Pectus Excavatum using the Pectus Up technique ensures a short recovery time for the patient compared to other alternative methods, along with immediate correction without the need for additional interventions.

The Pectus Up technique was first performed in 2012 in Barcelona, Spain. Since then, the results have steadily improved, and more and more professionals around the world are adopting this technique to treat patients affected by this thoracic malformation.

The Pectus Up ® implant

The implantable kit consists of two essential components: the lifting plate, which is positioned over the rib crest within the subpectoral space, and the sternal plate, which is anchored to the sternum using fixation screws.

Utilizing a specialized elevation system composed of advanced surgical instruments, the sternum is elevated through an extrathoracic approach. This maneuver enables precise alignment of the sternal plate with the lifting plate. Once both components are securely fixed, the anatomical correction of Pectus Excavatum is achieved with optimal stability and minimal invasiveness.

The Pectus Up ®

We know every patient is unique, which is why Ventura Medical Technologies offers solutions tailored to individual needs. With Pectus Up®, treatment is safe, predictable, and minimally invasive qualities that can translate into faster recovery and an improved quality of life.

To serve patients whose anatomy falls outside standard measurements, the Pectus Up® system also offers personalized implants. This option is especially valuable for those with atypical thoracic anatomy.

Because each custom implant is designed to follow the exact contours of your chest, it enables more precise correction of pectus excavatum even in complex caseswhile preserving the minimally invasive approach that defines Pectus Up®.

Key advantages

Chest-adapted design
Optimal anatomical fit
Same minimally invasive procedure

If your specialist believes it is appropriate, they may recommend a custom-made implant as part of your Pectus Up® treatment plan.

Benefits of Pectus Up® in the Treatment of Pectus Excavatum

Minimally invasive: Only a small incision is required to insert the implant.
Extrathoracic procedure: The plate is implanted outside the chest cavity, avoiding the risk of damaging internal organs.
Minimal postoperative pain: Generally, only conventional pain relief is required.
Minimal postoperative pain: Generally, only conventional pain relief is required.
No risk to vital organs: Being extrathoracic, it does not affect the heart or lungs.
Quick surgical intervention: Due to the lower complexity of the procedure.

Short hospital stay: The patient is hospitalized for only a few days.
Postoperative: The patient does not require intensive care.
Rapid integration into daily life: A minimally invasive procedure with a short recovery time.
Possibility of cardiopulmonary resuscitation maneuvers: In the event of cardiac arrest, these maneuvers can be performed.
Adaptation to growth: By being externally fixed, it does not affect bone growth and allows for normal chest development.

DO YOU HAVE PECTUS EXCAVATUM?

We can help you. We put our knowledge at your service and the advice of the most experienced professionals in thoracic malformations.

Main criteria for the indication of a Pectus Up in a patient with Pectus Excavatum

Age: Pectus Up, being an extrathoracic product anchored only in the central area of the sternum, can be performed on patients of different ages.
- Childhood and prepubertal age: Since the implant does not hinder normal chest growth, the procedure can be performed from the age of 10-12.
- Adolescence.
- Adults.

Asymmetry.
Haller Index: It is recommended to be equal to or greater than 3.2.
Others: Evaluation of the Correction Index, 3D External Scan.
Patients with Marfan syndrome.
Correction after surgery with other techniques.

Due to the ease of the Pectus Up technique, adult patients and cases with a high degree of asymmetry have a great opportunity to correct their Pectus Excavatum very satisfactorily.