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[Endoscopic transaxillary surgery for congenital muscular torticollis]
Objective:
To investigate a new endoscopic transaxillary technique for release of the sternocleidomastoid (SCM) in congenital muscular torticollis (CMT).
Methods:
From May 2008 to March 2014, a total of 25 cases (male 7 and female 18), ranging in age from 14 to 31 years (mean age, 17.6 years), were operated for torticollis by endoscopic-assisted surgery. The sternal and clavicular attachments of the sternocleidomastoid were released by skin lift approach.
Results:
The primary healing was achieved in all the 25 cases with no injury of major vessels or nerves. The patients were followed up for 6 months with satisfactory result and invisible scar.
Conclusions:
The subcutaneous endoscopic transaxillary and skin lift approach for the CMT provides good functional and cosmetic outcomes.
