Disorders of the Chest Wall Flashcards
1
Q
Scoliosis
A
Abnormal lateral curvature of the spine
2
Q
Kyphosis
A
Anteroposterior curvature of the thoracic
3
Q
Kyphoscoliosis
A
Combination of anteroposterior and lateral curvature
4
Q
Pectus Carinatum (PC)
A
Pigeon chest - abnormal protrusion of the sternum and adjacent costal cartilages
5
Q
Pectus Excavatum (PE)
A
Funnel chest - posterior depression in the sternum and lower costal cartilage
6
Q
Ankylosing Spondylitis (AS)
A
Chronic inflammatory rheumatic disease that can affect the axial skeleton