Pectus Excavatum
Pectus excavatum is a condition in which the "breast bone" (sternum) appears sunken and the chest concave. It is sometimes called "funnel chest". The majority of these cases are not associated with any other condition (isolated findings). However, some syndromes include pectus excavatum.
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Review Date : 1/1/1997
Reviewed By : Mosby Publishing Company
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