| Pectus carinatum | |
|---|---|
| Other names | Pigeon chest, pectus cavernatum, bird chest, convex chest |
| Pronunciation | |
| Specialty | Orthopedics |
Pectus carinatum, also called pigeon chest, is a malformation of the chest characterized by a protrusion of the sternum and ribs. It is distinct from the related malformation pectus excavatum.