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Upper sternal cleft associated with unusual symptoms.

S Sen1, H Posacioğlu, M Cikirikçioğlu

  • 1Diyarbakir Military Hospital, Turkey.

The Thoracic and Cardiovascular Surgeon
|January 6, 2001
PubMed
Summary

This case study details a rare upper sternal cleft in an adult presenting with dysphagia and voice issues. Surgical division of abnormal strap muscle insertions allowed for successful cleft closure without impacting cardiac function.

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Area of Science:

  • Thoracic surgery
  • Congenital abnormalities
  • Adult medicine

Background:

  • Upper sternal clefts are rare congenital malformations.
  • Adult presentation is exceptionally uncommon.
  • Associated symptoms can significantly impact quality of life.

Observation:

  • A 20-year-old adult presented with an upper sternal cleft.
  • Unusual symptoms included dysphagia, restricted lingual movements, and voice problems.
  • These symptoms were attributed to abnormal strap muscle insertions.

Findings:

  • Surgical division of strap muscles from their abnormal insertion site was performed.
  • Complete closure of the sternal cleft was achieved.
  • Cardiac function remained uncompromised post-surgery.

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Implications:

  • This case highlights the importance of considering congenital anomalies in adult patients with unexplained symptoms.
  • Surgical intervention can effectively address functional deficits associated with sternal clefts.
  • Successful closure demonstrates the feasibility of surgical correction in adults.