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Pectus psychological impacts on teens

Is it Just Cosmetic? Understanding the Physical Impact of Pectus on Your Child

While Pectus Excavatum (sunken chest) and Pectus Carinatum (pigeon chest) certainly affect a child’s appearance and confidence, labeling them as “purely aesthetic” overlooks the very real physical toll these conditions can take on a developing body.

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23 March 2026

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South Africa’s leading specialist in Pectus Excavatum and Pectus Carinatum surgery. Serving patients in Johannesburg, Cape Town, and Durban.

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