41. Pectus Excavatum Definition - Medical Dictionary Definitions Of Popular Medical Pediatric Surgery Minimally Invasive Surgery pectus excavatum pectus excavatum is the most common chest wall deformity in children, occurring more Repair of pectus excavatum can be accomplished in one of two ways. http://www.medicinenet.com/script/main/art.asp?ArticleKey=4811

42. Dr. Koop - Pectus Excavatum pectus excavatum is the descriptive term for an abnormal formation of the rib cage, in which the distance from the breastbone (sternum) to the backbone http://www.drkoop.com/ency/93/003320.html

Home Health Reference Pectus excavatum Jul 29, 2005 Search: Dr.Koop MEDLINE Diseases Symptoms Procedures Natural Medicine ... Drug Library Inside DrKoop News Archive Animations Health Videos Health Tools ... Newsletters Pectus excavatum Injury Disease Nutrition Poison ... Treatment Pectus excavatum Definition: Pectus excavatum is the descriptive term for an abnormal formation of the rib cage, in which the distance from the breastbone (sternum) to the backbone (vertebrae) is decreased, giving the chest a caved-in or sunken appearance. Alternative Names: Funnel chest Considerations: Pectus excavatum is a congenital abnormality that can be mild or severe. The child typically has a depression in the center of the chest over the sternum, and this may appear quite deep. It is caused by excessive growth of the costosternal cartilage (the connective tissue joining the ribs to the breastbone), which causes an inward deformity of the sternum. If pectus excavatum is severe, it may affect the heart and lungs, making exercise difficult. Also, the appearance of the chest may cause psychological difficulty for the child. Pectus excavatum may occur as the only abnormality, or in association with other syndromes.

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44. Pectus Excavatum Medical Information pectus excavatum Drug Information from Drugs.com. pectus excavatum is a condition in which the breast bone (sternum) appears sunken and the chest http://www.drugs.com/enc/image_pages/2927.html

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45. Pectus Excavatum, Cincinnati Children's Hospital Medical Center Information about pectus excavatum, provided by Cincinnati Children s Hospital Medical Center. http://www.cincinnatichildrens.org/health/info/chest/diagnose/pectus-excavatum.h

Home Contact Us Site Map Go to Advanced Search ... Pectus Carinatum Pectus Excavatum Pneumonia, Community Acquired Respiratory Syncytial Virus (RSV) Second Hand Smoke Dangers / Peligros del Humo de Segunda Mano Upper Respiratory Infection (URI or Common Cold) ... Treatments Conditions and Diagnoses Pectus Excavatum Related Services Surgery What is pectus excavatum? Commonly called "funnel chest," pectus excavatum is a depression or hollow caused when the sternum (breastbone) is abnormally pushed inward. The depression in the chest is due to abnormal growth of the cartilage that attaches the sternum to the ribs. Because of the deep depression, the abdomen often protrudes and gives the appearance of a potbelly in younger children. If both sides of the breastbone are depressed in an equal fashion, the defect will appear symmetrical. However, in many cases, the chest wall appears asymmetric, with the left side of the chest being wider than the right side. In such cases, the sternum is abnormally rotated. Pectus excavatum occurs in 1 in 500 to 1,000 children. It may be minimal, with only slight depression of the chest or it may be quite severe, causing compression of the heart and lungs and altering their functioning. The abnormality increases with age and often worsens during the growth spurts that occur during late childhood and adolescence. It stabilizes after skeletal growth is complete. What causes pectus excavatum?

46. Minimally Invasive Pectus Excavatum Repair (Nuss Procedure), Cincinnati Children Minimally invasive repair of pectus excavatum (Nuss Procedure) discussed by Cincinnati Children s Hospital Medical Center. http://www.cincinnatichildrens.org/health/info/surgery/nuss-procedure.htm

Home Contact Us Site Map Go to Advanced Search ... Inferior Vena Cava Filter Minimally Invasive Pectus Excavatum Repair (Nuss Procedure) MRI Scan With Sedation / Escán de IRM con Sedación MRI Scan Without Sedation / Escán de IRM Sin Sedación Overview Pectus Carinatum ... Tonsillectomy and Adenoidectomy Surgery Minimally Invasive Pectus Excavatum Repair (Nuss Procedure) Related Services Surgery What is pectus excavatum? One of every 1000 children has a chest disorder known as pectus excavatum . This condition is also referred to as "funnel chest". In patients with pectus excavatum, the breast bone (sternum) appears sunken. This condition is usually noted in infancy or early childhood and may become more severe as the child gets older. The condition is caused by abnormal growth of the cartilages that attach the ribs to the sternum. What are the symptoms of pectus excavatum? The sunken sternum can put pressure on the heart and lungs. This can cause the patient to be short of breath or have difficulty breathing during activities such as running and playing. They may also have breathing problems with asthma-like symptoms. Other problems may be present in a child with pectus excavatum, including heart abnormalities. In addition, the child may complain of chest pain. However, many children with pectus excavatum may not have any symptoms associated with the condition. What is the treatment for pectus excavatum?

47. Pectus Excavatum pectus excavatum is a condition in which the breast bone (sternum) appears sunken and the chest However, some syndromes include pectus excavatum. http://adam.about.com/encyclopedia/2927.htm

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zJs=10 zJs=11 zJs=12 zJs=13 zc(5,'jsc',zJs,9999999,'') zCMt='a00' About Healthcare Center Healthcare Center Essentials ... Surgeries and Procedures zau(256,152,145,'gob','http://z.about.com/5/ad/go.htm?gs='+gs,''); Allergies Arthritis Asthma Breast Cancer ... Help zau(256,140,140,'el','http://z.about.com/0/ip/417/C.htm','');w(xb+xb+' ');zau(256,140,140,'von','http://z.about.com/0/ip/496/6.htm','');w(xb+xb); Search Healthcare Center Pectus excavatum repair Normal anatomy Pectus excavatum is a deformity of the front of the chest wall with depression of the breastbone (sternum) and rib (costal) cartilages Indications Repair of pectus excavatum may be recommended for: improved appearance (cosmetic repair) improved breathing (respiratory function) Procedure While the child is deep asleep and pain-free (using general anesthesia), an incision is made over the breastbone (sternum). The deformed cartilage are removed and the rib lining is left in place to allow re-growth of the cartilage. An incision is made in the sternum and it is repositioned. A rib or metal strut may be used to stabilize the sternum in normal position until healing occurs in 3 to 6 months. A chest tube may be placed to re-expand the lung if the lining of the lung is entered. Metal struts are removed 6 months later through a small skin incision under the arm. This procedure is usually done as an outpatient.

49. Pectus And Exercise formation nutrients calcium, phosphate and vitamin D in pectus excavatum. pectus carinatum; pectus excavatum; indentation just at insertion point of http://www.users.bigpond.com/conover/PE/biochem.htm

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50. Pectus Excavatum: Definition And Much More From Answers.com fun·nel chest ( fun ?l ) n. A hollow at the lower part of the chest caused by a backward displacement of the xiphoid cartilage. http://www.answers.com/topic/pectus-excavatum

showHide_TellMeAbout2('false'); Business Entertainment Games Health ... More... On this page: Medical Wikipedia Mentioned In Or search: - The Web - Images - News - Blogs - Shopping pectus excavatum Medical fun·nel chest fŭn əl n. A hollow at the lower part of the chest caused by a backward displacement of the xiphoid cartilage. Also called funnel breast pectus excavatum pectus recurvatum Wikipedia pectus excavatum A teenager with pectus excavatum Pectus Excavatum is a congenital deformity that causes the sternum to be depressed into the chest causing a "caved-in" look. It causes decreased lung capacity and often chest and back pain. This condition occurs once in every 500 children, normally in males. The condition often becomes worse during the teenage years. Treatment The Ravitch technique is an invasive surgery that was developed in the 1950s to treat the condition. Since then, Dr. Donald Nuss has developed a technique that is minimally invasive. The Nuss technique involves inserting a convex steel bar into the chest to bring out the sternum. Pectus excavatum can also be treated with a dermal filler called Bio-Alcamid External links http://www.lorenzsurgical.com/PE_correction_DE.html

51. Pectus Excavatum: Symptoms And Treatments: BCM Dept Of Surgery Provides information on educational programs for undergraduates, medical students, residents, and health professionals. Also provides patient information on http://www.debakeydepartmentofsurgery.org/home/content.cfm?proc_name=pectus exca

52. Pectus Excavatum Repair: Details, Preparation & Recovery: BCM Dept Of Surgery Provides information on educational programs for undergraduates, medical students, residents, and health professionals. Also provides patient information on http://www.debakeydepartmentofsurgery.org/home/content.cfm?proc_name=pectus exca

53. Nuss Procedure For Pectus Excavatum, Minimally Invasive, Thoracic Center Of New At Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital, our Women s Wellness and Healthcare Connection is not just dedicated to pioneering the most advanced treatments http://www.rwjuh.edu/thoracic/nuss_procedure.html

Meet Our Staff Lung Cancer Emphysema / Lung Volume Reduction Surgery Esophageal Surgery Center ... Thoracic Home Nuss Procedure for Pectus Excavatum Overview Causes and Symptoms Pectus excavatum is caused by excessive growth of the connective tissue that joins the ribs to the sternum (called the costosternal cartilage). This results in the inward movement, or depression, of the sternum that can range from mild to severe. The symptoms are often related to the severity of the depression. Some individuals do not experience any untoward symptoms at all. If the depression is deep, it can affect the heart and the lungs. Some symptoms that may occur include: Difficulty taking a full breath Shortness of breath or trouble breathing Pain in the chest Decreased ability to tolerate exercise (loss of stamina) Pectus excavatum can also cause individuals to become self-conscious, anxious, and even experience psychological difficulties. Diagnosis Diagnosis is made using the following (the need for these varies by individual): Complete health history Thorough physical examination Chest X-ray, Computerized Tomography (CT) scan, or Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) of the chest.

54. Laparoscopic Pectus Excavatum Repair This page describes Laparoscopic Pediatric Surgery at the Minimal Access Surgery Center at New York Presbyterian Hospital, NY. Minimally invasive procedures http://www.nyp.org/masc/pectus.htm

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55. Pectus Excavatum Information Diseases Database pectus excavatum,Funnel chest, Disease Database Information. http://www.diseasesdatabase.com/ddb29401.htm

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var MenuLinkedBy='AllWebMenus [2]', awmBN='530'; awmAltUrl=''; Disease Nutrition Surgery Symptoms Injury Poison Tests Special Topics ... P Q R S T U ... W X Y Z Home Medical Reference Encyclopedia (English) Toggle English Spanish Pectus excavatum Overview Treatment Definition: The descriptive term for an abnormal formation of the rib cage where the distance from the breastbone (sternum) to the backbone (vertebrae) is decreased, resulting in a caved-in or sunken chest appearance. Alternative Names: Funnel chest Considerations: Pectus excavatum is a congenital abnormality that can be mild or fairly marked. The child typically has a depression in the center of the chest over the sternum, and this may appear quite deep. It is caused by excessive growth of the costosternal cartilage (the connective tissue joining the ribs to the breastbone), with resulting inward deformity of the sternum. If pectus excavatum is severe, it may affect the underlying organs (heart and lungs) leading to exercise intolerance or other problems. In addition, the cosmetic appearance of a pectus excavatum may pose a psychological difficulty. Pectus excavatum may occur as the only abnormality, or in association with other syndromes.

57. Cleavage Determinants After Breast Augmentation: Advanced Art Of Cosmetic Surger A 40 year old with borderline ptosis, pectus excavatum, and scoliosis with marked Frontal views show deep cleavage achieved with pectus excavatum, http://www.advanced-art.com/Breast-Aug-Cleavage.htm

Advanced Art of Cosmetic Surgery Thomas M. DeWire, Sr., MD, FACS Specializing in Cosmetic Plastic Surgery Richmond, Virginia, USA Body Contouring Cleavage Determinants in Breast Augmentation Cleavage Determination in Breast Augmentation: Cleavage depth and width attainable after implant breast augmentation is not equal for every patient, and is greatly dependent on many factors, most of which are predictable before breast augmentation is performed. These factors are greatly dependent on existing chestwall shape and breastbone prominence, as well as the amount of overall body fat, and the extent of native fatty tissues that overlie the sternum, and soften the contour transition from sternum onto the breasts. Other key factors are the actual starting separation of the breasts, and the position of the nipples, as well as the orientation of the breasts, regarding their degree of divergence from a line drawn straight forward from the breast bone. These anatomical factors vary widely from patient to patient. Several examples are noted below. Be sure to view both pages, as the volume of data is too large to present on a single page. Ideal Cleavage Starting point: Normothoracic Chestwall and Adequate soft tissues

58. Pectus Excavatum Back Home Next. pectus excavatum. pectus excavatum information and stories about the condition also known as sunken chest. http://www.ability.org.uk/Pectus_Excavatum.html

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59. Jacobs - Pectus Excavatum A variety of techniques are available to repair pectus excavatum deformity. The classic open surgical repair of pectus excavatum (the Ravitch repair) http://www.ctsnet.org/doc/6705

CTSNET Experts' Techniques, General Thoracic Experts' Techniques Section Editor: Mark K. Ferguson, M.D. Navigation Menu Patient Selection Operative Steps Preference Card Tips and Pitfalls ... References Minimally Invasive Endoscopic Repair of Pectus Excavatum Jeffrey P. Jacobs, M.D. www.heartsurgery-csa.com Cardiac Surgical Associates Division of Thoracic and Cardiovascular Surgery Saint Petersburg, Florida, U.S.A. Patient Selection Figure 1. The typical appearance of a pectus excavatum deformity. Pectus excavatum, a relatively commonly occurring congenital chest wall deformity in children, is a depression of the sternum that commonly starts at the angle of Louis, and is deepest at the xiphisternal junction [1] (Figure 1) . When severe, pectus excavatum deformity can cause cardiopulmonary insufficiency from the compression of the right atrium and right ventricle and diminished vital capacity of the lungs [1]. A variety of techniques are available to repair pectus excavatum deformity. The classic open surgical repair of pectus excavatum (the Ravitch repair) entails subperichondrial resection of the deformed cartilages and a sternal osteotomy [2], often combined with retrosternal support with a metal bar [3, 4, 5]. Three other pectus excavatum repair techniques include sternal turnover, unilateral costoplasty, and silicone implant reconstruction. Operative Steps Figure 2.

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