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Luo Peng
Thoracic Surgery
About me
2004.09-2009.07 Studied Clinical Medicine at Wuhan University School of Medicine, obtained a Bachelor's degree. 2009.09-2012.07 Studied Cardiothoracic Surgery at Jiamusi Medical College, obtained a Master's degree. 2012.07-2014.01 Resident Physician in Cardiothoracic Surgery at Jiamusi Central Hospital. 2014.01-Present Physician, Attending Physician, Lecturer in Cardiothoracic Surgery at Jiamusi University Affiliated First Hospital.
Proficient in diseases
Specializes in the diagnosis and treatment of diseases in the cardiovascular and pulmonary systems, as well as the mediastinum. Proficient in thoracoscopic techniques, including lung lobe and segment resections. Skilled in procedures such as thoracoscopic resection of esophageal smooth muscle tumors with gastroscope, single-port thoracoscopic resection of mediastinal tumors, single-port thoracoscopic resection of pulmonary bullae, and pericardial window drainage, which are regional new technologies. Proficient in procedures like fibrinolytic decortication for empyema, repair of esophageal hiatal hernia, lung cancer radiofrequency ablation, endovascular isolation of aortic dissection, surgical treatment of esophageal and cardia cancers, etc. Performs over 20 emergency surgeries annually, including liver, stomach, and diaphragm repair for thoracoabdominal injuries, heart repair, trachea and lung repair, open reduction and internal fixation for rib fractures, and excels in emergency treatment of severe chest trauma.
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Symptoms of pigeon chest in children
Most cases of pectus carinatum in children are quite clear and often show no symptoms. Visually, the child's chest will protrude forward. In some severe cases, pectus carinatum can cause compression of pulmonary edema, thereby affecting the child's cardiopulmonary function, resulting in poor physical stamina, symptoms like chest tightness, palpitations, and shortness of breath after activities. However, in most cases, patients with pectus carinatum may not show any symptoms, with only visible changes in appearance.
Causes of pectus carinatum in children
The causes of pigeon chest in children mainly include two aspects, one is congenital and the other is acquired. Among them, congenital pigeon chest and funnel chest both involve hereditary factors. Additionally, if the central attachment point of the diaphragm in a child is underdeveloped, it can also cause pigeon chest, which is also a congenital cause. Moreover, the acquired causes mainly include malnutrition and some specific thoracic diseases. Malnutrition is often related to rickets. Acquired thoracic diseases involve some diseases of the thoracic cavity, for example, pyothorax leading to flat chest, chest wall deformity, as well as some congenital heart diseases, heart enlargement, which then compresses the sternum causing it.
Can you exercise with pleurisy?
Whether or not a patient with pleurisy can exercise should be determined based on the individual's specific condition. For mild pleurisy without pleural effusion and severe pain, exercise is permissible. However, if pleural effusion is present, it should be drained or aspirated first, after which exercise can be encouraged. Exercise should be moderate, as it can help absorb the pleural effusion, which is beneficial for the patient. Additionally, if pleurisy causes severe pain, it is best to minimize movement to avoid exacerbating the pain.
Treatment methods for pigeon chest in children
When discussing treatment methods for children with pectus carinatum, it's important to consider the severity of the condition. Generally, mild to moderate cases do not require special treatment. For children under 18, most can wear a chest orthosis to correct the condition. Many people achieve good results after wearing it. However, some severe cases of pectus carinatum may compress the heart and lungs, causing cardiopulmonary dysfunction, and surgical treatment should be considered. Current surgical methods for pectus carinatum are minimally invasive, and generally, patients recover well postoperatively. Therefore, the treatment method for pectus carinatum should be determined based on the actual situation.
Symptoms of esophageal cancer spread
The most typical symptom of esophageal cancer, especially in its advanced stages, is difficulty swallowing. As esophageal cancer progresses, patients may further experience difficulty swallowing semi-liquid food, eventually leading to difficulty swallowing even water and saliva. Additionally, as the cancer develops, it might compress the trachea, resulting in symptoms like sticky sputum and difficulty in expectorating. Consequently, due to difficulties in eating, progressive severe weight loss and fatigue often occur. Furthermore, some patients may also experience chest or back pain, and in some cases, an esophageal-tracheal fistula might occur, leading to severe respiratory difficulties and intense choking. Moreover, after advanced esophageal cancer has spread, it may also cause jaundice, ascites, and can metastasize to other parts of the body, potentially resulting in various symptoms.