Pectus carinatum

Pectus carinatum—often called "pigeon breast"—is a deformity of your child's chest wall where the breastbone is pushed outward

• occurs in approximately 1 out of 1,500 children.
• is much more common in boys.
• can cause scoliosis (curvature of the spine)

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The physicians at Children's Hospital Boston understand that a diagnosis of pectus carinatum can be scary. It can be helpful to talk to other families who have experienced the whole bracing treatment. Just ask your child's doctor - we'll be happy to put you in touch with someone who's gone through what you're going through. And has come out on the other side.