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    Two cases of pectus-related heart problems, initially considered just 'cosmetic' by cardiologists
    • Jun 27, 2020
    • 2 min

    Two cases of pectus-related heart problems, initially considered just 'cosmetic' by cardiologists

    Remarkably, in both cases, the patients were previously told by multiple cardiologists that their pectus was merely a cosmetic concern.
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    Echocardiogram and pulmonary function tests for preoperative evaluation of Pectus excavatum surgery
    • May 28, 2020
    • 2 min

    Echocardiogram and pulmonary function tests for preoperative evaluation of Pectus excavatum surgery

    The researchers conclude that routine echocardiogram are indicated in people with Pectus to screen for cardiac anomalies.
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    Life saved after alert necklace leads to stronger CPR compressions in 17-year old with Pectus bars
    • Nov 20, 2019
    • 2 min

    Life saved after alert necklace leads to stronger CPR compressions in 17-year old with Pectus bars

    Lifeguards noticed an alert necklace and the 17-year old with Nuss bars received stronger CPR compressions.
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    Haller index is only partially related to cardiac dysfunction
    • Oct 26, 2019
    • 1 min

    Haller index is only partially related to cardiac dysfunction

    Cardiac compression of the heart is related to Haller index, but other heart abnormalities may be present despite a low Haller index.
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