Pectus excavatum is frequently associated with congenital heart disease that requires surgery. This comprehensive review of pectus excavatum in children and adults describes the morphology, pathophysiology, indications for repair, surgical strategies, and clinical outcomes.
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Pectus Excavatum in Cardiac Surgery Patients
Submitted by: Cameron Lind
Source: The Annals of Thoracic Surgery
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Author(s): Elizabeth H. Stephens, Joseph A. Dearani, Dawn E. Jaroszewski
