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Pectus Deformities (Chest Wall Defects)

Pectus Deformities (Chest Wall Defects)

Key Points

  1. Physical Examination: A visual and palpatory assessment of the chest wall deformity.
  2. CT/MRI: Imaging to assess the severity of the defect and its impact on surrounding organs like the heart and lungs.
  3. Pulmonary Function Test: Determines whether the chest wall defect is affecting breathing capacity.