Poland syndrome. A case report.

Background: INTRODUCTION: Poland syndrome was first described by Alfred Poland in 1841. It is a congenital disorder characterized by the total or partial absence of the pectoralis major muscle and anomalies in the ipsilateral hand.DISCUSSION: The etiopathogenesis seems to correspond to an alteration in the mesoderm, which develops from the pectoral area to the digital extremity of the upper limb. It is caused by a primary defect in the development of the proximal subclavian artery.CONCLUSION: Surgical timing will help improve physical and mental development issues. Surgical planning for Poland syndrome patients should begin during the growth period. Keywords: Poland syndrome, Absence of pectoral muscle, Thoracic malformation, Breast implant, Mastopexy.