Quiz on Pectus Carinatum and Arcuatum

What is the primary concern for most patients with pectus carinatum?

• Functional impairment

• Cosmetic appearance

• Severe pain

• Respiratory issues

Which type of pectus carinatum is the most common?

• Chondrogladiolar prominence

• Sternal kyphosis

• Chondromanubrial prominence

• Pectus excavatum

At what age is pectus carinatum typically first diagnosed?

• Before age 5

• After age 11

• During infancy

• At birth

Which syndrome is commonly associated with pectus carinatum?

• Marfan syndrome

• Down syndrome

• Klinefelter syndrome

• Turner syndrome

What is the recommended initial treatment for mild to moderate pectus carinatum?

• Surgery

• Bracing

• Observation only

• Physical therapy

What is the typical surgical technique used for pectus carinatum repair?

• Nuss procedure

• Open-heart surgery

• Modified Ravitch procedure

• Thoracoscopic approach

What is the Pectus Severity Index (PSI) used for?

• Determining age of onset

• Measuring lung capacity

• Assessing the severity of pectus carinatum

• Evaluating heart function

Which of the following is NOT a symptom commonly reported by patients with pectus carinatum?

• Exercise limitation

• Severe chest pain

• Exertional dyspnea

• Frequent respiratory infections

What is the typical age range for surgical intervention for pectus carinatum?

• 5 to 10 years

• 11 to 13 years

• 16 to 18 years

• 13 to 16 years