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What helps pectus carinatum?
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Plastic surgery to -: correct the deformity. Naturally it'll depend on the extent &/or size of the P Carinatum, as well if it's causing any Breathing or other abnormalities.
Answered 11/10/2014
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Pectus Carinatum: Pectus Carinatum is a type of congenital chest wall malformation in which the sternum and ribs have a protrusion deformity. It rarely causes any major problems other than the cosmetic abnormality of the chest. Here is a link with more information: http://academicdepartments.musc.edu/surgery/divisions/pediatric/Pectus_Carinatum_FAQ.pdf
Answered 5/23/2015
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