Pectus Excavatum
Alternate Names : Funnel Chest
Definition The descriptive term for an abnormal formation of the rib cage where the distance from the breastbone (sternum) to the backbone (vertebrae) is decreased, resulting in a caved-in or sunken chest appearance.
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