Pectus carinatum, (L carīnātus, equiv. to carīn(a) keel), also called pigeon chest, is a deformity of the chest characterized by a protrusion of the sternum and ribs. It is distinct from the related deformity pectus excavatum. ==Causes== Pectus carinatum is an overgrowth of cartilage causing the sternum to protrude forward. It occurs in 3 diffe...
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Pigeon-breasted. ... (12 Dec 1998) ...
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Type: Term Definitions: 1. flattening of the chest on either side with forward projection of the sternum resembling the keel of a boat. Synonyms: chicken breast, keeled chest, pigeon breast, pigeon chest
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Pectus carinatum: Pigeon-breasted. In Latin 'pectus' means 'chest' and 'carina' keel = a chest shaped like the keel of a boat (looking at the keel from outside the boat).
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A birth defect that occurs when there is a protrusion over the sternum in the chest. A baby that is born with pectus carinatum will have a bird-like appearance because it will be bowed outwards. During a physical examination, the lungs and heart will appear normal, but they may not function properly. The condition will usually become worse with age...
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