Pectus carinatum
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Pectus carinatum, also called pigeon chest, is a malformation of the chest characterized by a protrusion of the sternum and ribs. It is distinct from the related malformation pectus excavatum.
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Pectus carinatum | |
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Other names | Pigeon chest, pectus cavernatum, bird chest, convex chest |
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Specialty | Orthopedics |
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