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Definition of Pectus

Pectus
Pectus Pec"tus, n.; pl. Pectora. [L., the breast.] (Zo["o]l.) The breast of a bird.

Meaning of Pectus from wikipedia

- a number of genetic markers for pectus excavatum had also been discovered. It was believed for decades that pectus excavatum is caused by an overgrowth...
- sternum and ribs. It is distinct from the related malformation pectus excavatum. People with pectus carinatum usually develop normal hearts and lungs, but the...
- Look up pectus in Wiktionary, the free dictionary. Pectus may refer to: the part of the torso between the neck and the diaphragm colloquially, the word...
- and is observed as depression of the anterior chest at the xiphisternum. Pectus excavatum is commonly unilateral and therefore can lead to asymmetric distribution...
- pectoris, derived from classical Latin os, bone and pectus, chest or breast. Confusingly, pectus is also used in classical Latin as breastbone. Position...
- (1990). Pectus Excavatum in Dogs and Cats. Compendium of Continuing Education 12, 341–355 Fossum, T. W, Boudrieau, R. J., Hobson, H. P. (1989). Pectus Excavatum...
- other accommodations for high altitude life. Barrel Pectus carinatum (convex but peaked) Pectus excavatum (concave, sunken) Respiratory examination Rosenow...
- spine scoliosis, thoracic lordosis, abnormal indentation (pectus excavatum) or protrusion (pectus carinatum) of the sternum, abnormal joint flexibility,...
- jaw, curved spine, and a bow-legged or knock knee posture.Lordosis and pectus excavatum have higher incidence in breeds with achondrodysplasia. The shortened...
- Anterior view. Clearly visible thorax of an artistic gymnast. Pectus carinatum Pectus excavatum Thoracic cavity Cardiothoracic surgery "Definition: Thorax"...