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(Q67.7) Pectus carinatum
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383 693 in individuals diagnosis pectus carinatum confirmed
3 464 deaths with diagnosis pectus carinatum
1% mortality rate associated with the disease pectus carinatum
Diagnosis pectus carinatum is diagnosed Men are 45.64% more likely than Women
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Men receive the diagnosis pectus carinatum
1 554 (0.6 %)Died from this diagnosis.
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Women receive the diagnosis pectus carinatum
1 910 (1.8 %)Died from this diagnosis.
Risk Group for the Disease pectus carinatum - Men and Women aged 15-19
In Men diagnosis is most often set at age 0-69
Less common in men the disease occurs at Age 70-95+Less common in women the disease occurs at Age 80-95+
In Women diagnosis is most often set at age 0-79
Disease Features pectus carinatum
Absence or low individual and public risk
Pectus carinatum - what does this mean
Pectus carinatum is a chest wall deformity caused by an overgrowth of cartilage in the rib cage, resulting in a protrusion of the sternum. it is typically associated with a rib hump and can cause pain and difficulty breathing.
What happens during the disease - pectus carinatum
Pectus carinatum is a condition in which the chest wall protrudes outward due to an imbalance between the cartilages that attach the ribs to the sternum and the muscles that attach the ribs to the spine. this imbalance causes the ribs to be pulled outward, resulting in a protruding chest wall. in some cases, a genetic predisposition may be a factor, as well as a physical imbalance in the chest muscles or an abnormally large ribcage.
Clinical Pattern
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How does a doctor diagnose
- Physical examination
- Chest X-ray
- CT scan
- MRI scan
- Ultrasound
- Echocardiogram
- Pulmonary function test
Treatment and Medical Assistance
Main Goal: To treat the symptoms of Pectus Carinatum
- Exercise - to strengthen the chest muscles and improve posture.
- Physical Therapy - to provide support to the chest wall and to improve posture.
- Bracing - to support the chest wall and to reduce the prominence of the chest.
- Surgery - to reshape the chest wall and to reduce the prominence of the chest.
- Medication - to reduce inflammation and pain.
- Counseling - to provide emotional support and to help manage stress.
14 Days of Hospitalization Required
Average Time for Outpatient Care Not Established
Pectus carinatum - Prevention
Pectus carinatum can be prevented by engaging in regular physical activity, eating a healthy diet, and maintaining a healthy body weight. additionally, wearing a custom-fitted brace or chest wall support can help prevent the condition from worsening.