Typical presentation of pectus carinatum, also known as pigeon chest, which is characterized by a prominent sternum that often arises during a patient's adolescent years. Treatment usually involves bracing, but may require surgery for more severe cases.
This case was submitted with supervision and input from:
Soni C. Chawla, M.D.
Health Sciences Clinical Professor,
Department of Radiological Sciences,
David Geffen School of Medicine at UCLA.
Attending Pediatric Radiologist,
Olive View - UCLA Medical Center.