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My chest seems to "go in" rather than stay straight. some people call it a pigeon chest. how to fix this?

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Surgical fix: The "pectus" deformities are sometimes treated surgically to improve cosmetic appearance or reduce compression on chest structures if the deformity creates a shallow lung volume.The process is usually deferred until a kid has quit rowing taller.

Answered 9/28/2016

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Dr. Creighton Wright answered

Specializes in surgery

Unlikely: Out is pigeon- carinatum in is excavatum some major excavatum cases do compress heart and cause symptoms and may need surgery. Most do not need anything except knowledge and consideration. In kids is the time to fix in general.

Answered 3/31/2013

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