Pectus excavatum
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pectus-excavatum-169-8466342
title:
Pectus excavatum
text:
Pectus excavatum is a structural deformity of the anterior thoracic wall in which the sternum and rib cage are shaped abnormally. This produces a caved-in or sunken appearance of the chest. It can either be present at birth or develop after puberty. Pectus excavatum can impair cardiac and respiratory function and cause pain in the chest and back. People with the condition may experience severe negative psychosocial effects and avoid activities that expose the chest.
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wiki
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encyclopedia
description:
Congenital deformity of the chest
original url:
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Pectus_excavatum
date created:
2004-06-20T16:48:44Z
date modified:
2024-08-31T09:28:51Z
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13
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