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Pectus excavatum

Synonym(s)

  • funnel chest
  • pectus recurvatum

Definition(s)

A depression of the anterior wall of the chest produced by a sinking in of the sternum.

Definition from: Merriam-Webster's Medical DictionaryThis link leads to a site outside Genetics Home Reference. by Merriam-Webster Inc.

 
Published: February 6, 2009