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Pectus Cavum

Description:

Pectus Cavum is a medical term referring to a congenital deformity of the chest wall characterized by a sunken appearance of the sternum and ribcage. Also known as funnel chest or excavatum, pectus cavum can vary in severity and may affect both adults and children.

Sample sentences:

1. John was born with pectus cavum, causing his chest to appear indented.
2. Patients with pectus cavum often experience difficulty breathing and cardiac problems.
3. Corrective surgical procedures are available to treat pectus cavum.
4. Children with pectus cavum may face self-esteem issues due to their chest deformity.

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