Pectus Arcuatum | Pectuslab Medical

Pectus
Arcuatum

The origin of this form of deformity has not been fully explained. It is generally characterized by forward displacement and forward protrusion of the sternum as a result of excessive growth of the costal cartilages. This condition usually occurs immediately after birth. The difference from Pectus Carinatum Chondromanubrial prominence is that the upper chest is very hard.

Pectus
Arcuatum

Usually no symptoms are reported, it is mostly a cosmetic deformity. The visual apperaence of the chest often causes lack of confidence and self awareness in kids. They frequently avoid socializing at places where their chest is visible to others such as the beach, pool and physical education classes .

Pectus
Arcuatum

Pectus Arcuatum can be diagnosed by physicians through a physical examination. Although there is no specific blood test, the severity of the deformity can be determined by radiological evaluation such as Computed Tomography (CT) and Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) can be used.

Pectus
Arcuatum

Depending on the severity and the type of deformity, combined treatment with Gpad and Gvacuum can be applied. For patients who are older and/or the deformation severity is high surgery is an option.