Center for Pectus Excavatum and Pectus Carinatum at Children’s Mercy
Pectus excavatum (sunken chest) and pectus carinatum (protruding breastbone) are the two most common chest wall anomalies in children.
The Center for Pectus Excavatum and Pectus Carinatum at Children’s Mercy is one of the nation’s most experienced pectus centers, helping define treatment plans for kids with either condition.
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The highest level of surgical care for pectus excavatum
Children’s Mercy offers minimally invasive surgery for pectus excavatum using the Nuss technique.
99% of adolescents who have the pectus excavatum correction surgery with us experience a complete recovery from their chest concavity.
Children’s Mercy is a Verified Children’s Surgery Center, as designated by the American College of Surgeons. This means your child will receive the highest level of surgical care available.
Correcting pectus carinatum with bracing
The Center is also a leader in correcting pectus carinatum using an innovative dynamic compression device (DCD) bracing system. We fit more children with pectus braces than any other center in the nation. As the region’s only authorized bracing system provider, we have been able to correct the chest structure of nearly every child in our care who has pectus carinatum without surgery.
Whole person care for your child
If your child or teen has a chest wall anomaly alongside other health concerns, such as Down syndrome, scoliosis, or Marfan syndrome, Children’s Mercy providers from all the relevant specialties can work together on a comprehensive care plan for your child.
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To schedule an appointment call us:
(816) 234-3097
You’ll speak with one of our team members, who can describe our program and help you with next steps.
