Learn how flat chest deformity (Platythorax) impacts both physical and psychological health. The article details its structural features, associated symptoms, and minimally invasive correction procedures.

Top image: The heart is completely shifted to the left side of the chest cavity, which is a case of common pectus excavatum; Bottom image: The heart is located at the bottom of the indentation, not shifted to the left, and is clearly compressed, which is a case of malignant pectus excavatum. Pectus excavatum   is a common chest wall deformity that usually causes no significant symptoms if the indentation is mild. This is because the heart shifts toward the left side of the ch

This guide explores Poland syndrome, a rare congenital condition, covering its prevalence, symptoms, and modern treatment options.