A Simple Guide to Pectus Carinatum (Pigeon Chest), Treatment and Related Diseases (A Simple Guide to Medical Conditions)

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About A Simple Guide To Pectus Carinatum

IntroductionOde to Pectus CarinatumPectus carinatum is the abnormal protrusion at the sternumThe chest in affected children has a protrusion appearanceIt can occur in families through inheritanceA few genetic syndromes are associated with it such as MarfansUsually there are no symptoms except for the sternal protrusionSome children may have decreased breathing functionThe most important test is the X-ray studiesPulmonary and cardiac tests will determine the severityCT scan and MRI of the chest will then confirm the necessityWhether the affected child has the need for surgeryPulmonary and cardiac impairments will decide the treatmentMild pectus carinatum cases do not require any adjustmentMild pectus carinatum will just require physiotherapyModerate protrusion may be suppressed with chest braceSevere pectus carinatum may require Endoscopic resectionOf costal cartilage with a sternal osteotomy implantation-An original poem by Kenneth KeeInteresting Tips about the Pectus CarinatumA Healthy Lifestyle1. Take a well Balanced Diet2. Treatment depends on the cause of the disorder:Many patients have a mild deformity with no associated morbidity requiring treatment.A customized chest-wall brace may be used to treat children and young adolescents by suppressing the growth of the protrusion.Direct pressure on the protruding area of the chest by the brace produces excellent outcomes.Willingness to wear the brace as required is essential for the success of this treatment approach. The brace consists of front and back compression plates that are anchored to aluminum bars.These bars are bound together by a tightening mechanism which varies from brace to brace.This device is easily hidden under clothing and must be wo