title: A rigid external prosthesis to improve quality of life after chest wall resection.
abstract: Chest wall resection (CWR) is occasionally required in cancer patients and may cause significant functional deficits. We report an instance where a rigid orthotic device was useful in rehabilitation. Such custom-made devices can improve the quality of life for cancer patients.
authors: ST LOUIS UNIV,MED CTR,DEPT SURG,ST LOUIS,MO 63110. DEPT VET AFFAIRS MED CTR,ST LOUIS,MO.
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