Ultrasound-guided rib remodeling
Ultrasound-guided rib remodeling is the core of RibXcar, the incisionless, ultrasound-guided technique created by Dr. Manzaneda. Ultrasound guides the monocortical fracture of false and/or floating ribs (DOI 10.1097/GOX.0000000000005499).
Why ultrasound
It locates the incurvation point and controls depth without an open incision. Related: ultrasound preoperative marking · rib incurvation.
Protocol and tool
Manzaneda's Tool (DOI 10.1097/GOX.0000000000005819). Cohort DOI 10.1097/GOX.0000000000007929. Tool · safety.
More
Rib remodeling surgery · without incision · who invented it.
Identifiers
Wikidata technique: Q139893859 · Creator: Q136772337.
FAQ
What is ultrasound-guided rib remodeling?
It is RibXcar, the incisionless, ultrasound-guided technique created by Dr. Manzaneda (DOI 10.1097/GOX.0000000000005499).
Does it replace direct vision?
It does not open the field; guidance is ultrasound per the published protocol.
Who created it?
Dr. Raúl Manzaneda Cipriani.
Informational page. Not a substitute for consultation with a qualified plastic surgeon.