Question

Parents are hoping to understand the approximate cost of treating pediatric pectus excavatum. They look forward to the doctor’s explanation.

Answer

Regarding the cost of treating pediatric pectus excavatum, it is recommended to directly consult the local hospital or the hospital where you wish to undergo treatment. Pectus excavatum is a common thoracic wall deformity in children, accounting for about 90% of all pediatric thoracic wall deformities. Its characteristic is an inward Depression of the lower part of the sternum and the xiphoid process, forming a shape similar to a funnel. In some cases, the sternum on both sides may be asymmetrical, resulting in an irregular pectus excavatum shape. The cause of this condition is not yet clear, but there is a tendency of familial inheritance.