Costal arch deformity is a relatively common thoracic wall malformation that can occur either alone or in combination with other deformities. It most commonly presents as a protrusion at the costal arch, with less frequent cases of depression or combined deformities involving both protrusions and depressions.

The cause of primary costal arch protrusion deformity is unclear. Secondary costal arch protrusion deformity, however, has clear causes and is commonly seen in adult patients who have undergone pectus eacavatum surgery and in young children with severe abdominal distension, resembling a frog’s belly.

Apart from the abnormal appearance, patients with costal arch deformity typically do not have significant symptoms. However, many are troubled by their appearance and feel inferior, even leading to various psychological health issues.

Diagnosis primarily involves a physical examination, supplemented by imaging examination such as X-ray, chest CT scan, and 3D reconstruction imaging.

Wenlin procedure

Designed specifically for convex deformity, this new minimally invasive procedure excels in correcting costal arch protrusion. With innovative and optimized techniques and details, the Wenlin procedure offers advantages such as minimal trauma, ease of operation, and satisfactory corrective results.

Wang procedure

This new minimally invasive method is tailored for concave deformity, ideal for correcting costal arch concavity. Due to its disruptive operating principle, the Wang procedure significantly simplifies the surgery and makes it less risky and traumatic, while still achieving superior corrective results.