An overview of pectus deformities and rehabilitation approaches

GENÇ A., SONEL TUR B.

Turkish Journal of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, cilt.71, sa.2, ss.131-138, 2025 (SCI-Expanded, Scopus, TRDizin) identifier identifier identifier

  • Yayın Türü: Makale / Derleme
  • Cilt numarası: 71 Sayı: 2
  • Basım Tarihi: 2025
  • Doi Numarası: 10.5606/tftrd.2025.16840
  • Dergi Adı: Turkish Journal of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation
  • Derginin Tarandığı İndeksler: Science Citation Index Expanded (SCI-EXPANDED), Scopus, TR DİZİN (ULAKBİM)
  • Sayfa Sayıları: ss.131-138
  • Anahtar Kelimeler: Deformity, exercise, pectus carinatum, pectus excavatum, rehabilitation
  • Ankara Üniversitesi Adresli: Evet

Özet

Pectus deformities, particularly pectus excavatum and pectus carinatum, are among the most common congenital chest wall abnormalities in children. These deformities may have varying degrees of physical, psychological, and functional effects. This review provides a concise overview of the current state of knowledge regarding the history, epidemiology, etiopathogenesis, clinical presentation, classification, and rehabilitation of these deformities, focusing on the pediatric population.