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3D scans could predict chest recurrence after funnel chest surgery

NCT ID NCT07498699

Knowledge-focused Sponsor: Erik de Loos Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

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First seen Jun 24, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This completed study followed 69 people with pectus excavatum (funnel chest) who had a Nuss bar removed after about 2-3 years. Researchers took 3D images of the chest at four time points to see how the chest wall changes after bar removal. The goal was to find factors that might predict if the chest shape will return to its original form, which could help doctors decide the best time to remove the bar.

What this could mean

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What this could lead to
If successful, this could help doctors personalize the timing of Nuss bar removal to reduce the chance of chest wall retraction or recurrence.
What could go wrong
This is an observational study, not a treatment trial. It may not identify clear predictors, and results may not apply to all patients.

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Study facts

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Participants

69 people

The number who actually took part.

Started

Sep 2020

Finished

Jan 2025

Lead sponsor

Other sponsor

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Who can take part

This study's own entry requirements. Only the study team can say for certain whether you qualify.

Who is studied

Patients with pectus excavatum who are visit our outpatient clinic and are scheduled for the removal of their Nuss bar.

Ages

Children (under 18), adults (18 to 64) and older adults (65 and over)

Sex

Anyone

Healthy volunteers

Not accepted

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Inclusion Criteria: * Patients of all ages and genders with a Nuss bar eligible for removal. Exclusion Criteria: * Patients in whom the bar or stabilizing components were dislocated * Patients who underwent a second surgery for their pectus excavatum following the initial placement of the Nuss bar * Patients in whom retrosternal metal bars have been placed for any indication other than the treatment of pectus excavatum * Patients with connective tissue disorders such as Marfan syndrome * Patients diagnosed with epilepsy * Patients who are unable to maintain a stationary standing position for approximately 60 seconds

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Conditions

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pectus excavatum

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Pectus excavatum

Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Zuyderland Medical Center

    Heerlen, Netherlands

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