2021
DOI: 10.1136/bcr-2020-241395
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Poland syndrome: neonatal presentation with axillarypterygium

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“…This finding corresponds to a previous report of myosclerotic changes observed in case 3 [39]. In addition, two patients who underwent surgery reported the presence of residual pectoralis major muscle attached to the anterior thoracic region [39,40]. Similarly, in the present case, the fibrous band was presumed to be tendinous tissue originating from the residual pectoralis major muscle, as it was attached to the second rib [39,40].…”
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“…This finding corresponds to a previous report of myosclerotic changes observed in case 3 [39]. In addition, two patients who underwent surgery reported the presence of residual pectoralis major muscle attached to the anterior thoracic region [39,40]. Similarly, in the present case, the fibrous band was presumed to be tendinous tissue originating from the residual pectoralis major muscle, as it was attached to the second rib [39,40].…”
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“…By differentiating between the deep axillary fibrous band and the superficial skin, the contracture was successfully treated. This approach ensures the appropriate release of the contracture, contributing to optimal results [39][40][41].…”
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“…It is characterized by unilateral absence or hypoplasia of the breast and the pectoralis muscle, anterior rib abnormalities, syndactyly, and brachydactyly [ 2 ]. The incidence of PS is between 1/30,000 and 1/32,000 live births [ 3 ]. Deformity or absence of the breast significantly impairs the quality of life of the patients.…”
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confidence: 99%