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Pectus carinatum

Case contributed by Alborz Jahangiri
Diagnosis certain

Presentation

Prominent sternum.

Patient Data

Age: 14 years
Gender: Male
x-ray

Sternum prominence in keeping with pectus carinatum deformity.

Case Discussion

Pectus carinatum or pigeon chest refers to anterior protrusion of the sternum. It may cause exercise intolerance or dyspnea. It is not as common as pectus excavatum.

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