June 24, 2026 · Journal of pediatric surgery · DOI: 10.1016/j.jpedsurg.2026.163264

Time to Spare: 1-Minute vs 2-Minute Intercostal Nerve Cryoablation During Minimally Invasive Repair of Pectus Excavatum

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This study aimed to determine the optimal duration of intercostal nerve cryoablation (INC) during minimally invasive repair of pectus excavatum (MIRPE) by comparing outcomes between one-minute and two-minute INC applications. The findings suggest that one-minute INC does not negatively impact postoperative pain management while significantly reducing operative time, indicating it may be a viable alternative to the longer duration.

Ryan Hare, Stephanie F Brierley, Rebecca Payne, Emily Khoury, David M Notrica, Lisa E McMahon, Jae-O Bae, Jason D Fraser, Ramin Jamshidi, Patrick McGovern, Benjamin E Padilla

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