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The thorax is a dynamic system that enables normal breathing. Malformation of any component (vertebrae, sternum, ribs or muscles) may impair respiratory function and could require surgery for repair. The most frequent thorax malformations are pectus excavatum and pectus carinatum. The most frequent acquired condition is kyphoscoliosis. Surgery may improve lung function and quality of life in many patients.
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Campos Daziano, M., Vuletin Solís, J., Pattillo Silva, J.C. (2020). Lung, Chest Cavity, and Dorsal Spine Surgery. In: Bertrand, P., Sánchez, I. (eds) Pediatric Respiratory Diseases. Springer, Cham. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-3-030-26961-6_72
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