Presentation
History of chest deformtiy since 2 years
Patient Data
Age: 12 years
Gender: Male
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Posterior deviation of sternum on lateral radiograph consistent with Pectus excavatum
Case Discussion
Pectus excavatum is a congenital deformity of the chest characterized by a sunken or caved-in appearance of the sternum (breastbone) and ribs.
Haller index is a measurement used to quantify the severity of pectus excavatum.