Remarkably, in both cases, the patients were previously told by multiple cardiologists that their pectus was merely a cosmetic concern.

Overall the researchers found a recurrence risk five years after surgery of about 10%, and a repeat-operation risk of about 7%.

A new study has found that bracing combined with physiotherapy is more effective than bracing alone for pectus carinatum.

The researchers conclude that routine echocardiogram are indicated in people with Pectus to screen for cardiac anomalies.

"Our results clearly describe a group of people with a condition that affects their daily lives, for which providers are failing..."