Question 1

is there any way to fix pectus excavatum without breaking bones?

Accepted Answer

I don't think so: It's an anatomical defect, hence it must be taken care of surgically. I would not recommend it, though, just for cosmetic reasons only, as the outcome of surgery may not necessarily be cosmetically pleasant either.

Question 2

i have pectus excavatum , what can i do?

Accepted Answer

Likely nothing: If you have symptoms, see a thoracic surgeon/ and r pulmonologist, more to be sure something else is not an issue.
In children with specific signs symptoms some will, be repaired, but not in adults.
Some plastic surgeons will hide the pectus, but that is not a repair.

Question 3

how to improve pectus excavatum without pt?

Accepted Answer

Nuss procedure: Without knowing the degree of pectus excavatum you have can not advise but check out this video.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=23hs8tlvpas.

Question 4

how would you measure how severe pectus excavatum is?

Accepted Answer

Size or symptoms: Depth from a ruler across chest.
Volume in milliliters.
Clinical any symptoms
socially any disturbance from peers.

Question 5

is this a serious disease or it isn't? pectus excavatum

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Not always: Can be purely cosmetic and be made fun of by peers/opposit sex.  Can affect exercise tolerance if severe and compressing the heart between the sternum and the spine.

Question 6

any pt, exercises or workouts to help ruduce the pectus excavatum?

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No: Pectus is a problem with the cartilages that connect the ribs with the sternum.  No exercise will reduce this.

Question 7

please help docs! is pectus excavatum dangerous?

Accepted Answer

Pectus Excavatum: The severity of the pectus will determine symptoms and risk of cardio-pulmonary problems.

Here are some links with helpful information:
http://emedicine.medscape.com/article/1004953-overview

http://www.musckids.org/pectus/conditions/pectus_excavatum

https://www.researchgate.net/profile/Andre_Hebra/publication/236595059_Nuss_Procedure_for_Pectus_Excavatum/links/0deec51ed6b91290fc000000.pdf

Question 8

is there sucha a thing as pectus excavatum repair?

Accepted Answer

Yes.: There are two procedures. The nuss procedure is less invasive and there is thge ravitch procedure which is more invasive . Results are similar with both procedures.

Question 9

are there different types of surgical procedures for pectus excavatum?

Accepted Answer

Unsinking the chest: Some really good options are available for this procedure. Pediatric surgeons have advanced this treatment over the years. Now it is possible to have the procedure done in less time with great results. All kids with pectus excavatum do not need surgery. Your pediatrician and his/her surgical physicians can determine the timing and type of procedure.

Question 10

can you develope or have pectus excavatum and not have any signs or symptoms till early 20's ? i woke up yesterday with a indent in bewteen my ribs. no injuries

Accepted Answer

No: Pectus excavatum (breastbone goes inward) or pectus carinatum (breastbone goes outward) happen to many people in varying degrees. It takes one's childhood years to develop, and does not happen in a short timeframe. One's primary care doctor can examine any chestwall concern's to see what might be the problem.

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