Funnel chest correction with an implant involves fewer risks compared to conventional funnel chest corrections. Since the bony structure of the rib cage is not altered during the procedure, there is much less stress on our patients.
Nevertheless, even a low-risk surgical procedure such as this does not mean there are no risks at all. General surgical and anaesthetic risks can be found in any operation.
Possible complications that can occur are infections, bruising, or disturbances in the wound healing process, for example.
It is highly unlikely that the implant will rupture. For our funnel chest correction we only use medical implants made of high-quality silicone rubber that are registered with the US Food & Drugs Administration (FDA). In addition, there is no risk of breakage, which can occur with silicone gel. The implant is also designed for a lifetime of use.
After the procedure, temporary sensitivity disorders may occur in the treated areas. However, symptoms usually disappear by themselves within a few months.