Pectus Excavatum is believed to be due to a costal cartilage defect.
Anatomical considerations:
- The sternopericardial ligaments anchor the heart to the sternum and to the diaphragm. Defects in the sternum are thus reflected in the heart as well.
Pectus Excavatum is believed to be due to a costal cartilage defect.
Anatomical considerations: