Changes in self-image after pectus carinatum brace treatment.
Document Type
Article
Publication Date
8-2022
Identifier
DOI: 10.1016/j.jpedsurg.2021.12.002
Abstract
Background/purpose: Pectus carinatum (PC) is a chest wall deformity resulting in anterior protrusion of the chest. PC does not typically result in significant physical or cardiopulmonary symptoms, but patients with this condition can experience a disturbed body image, lower self-esteem and reduced quality of life. The purpose of this study was to investigate the relationship between self-image and non-surgical correction of PC using a brace.
Methods: This study was a descriptive, pre-post survey design. The sample included children ages 11 to(mPEEQ) at the onset of bracing and again once PC correction was completed.
Results: Ninety-seven subjects were enrolled at the time of bracing, and 41 achieved correction and took the second survey. The mean age was 14 years and 80% were male. There was a statistically significant (p < 0.001) improvement in body self-image between the first and second surveys.
Conclusions: Non-surgical correction of PC with the dynamic compressor system resulted in an improvement in the self-image of children.
Prognosis study: Level of Evidence II.
Journal Title
Journal of pediatric surgery
Volume
57
Issue
8
First Page
1579
Last Page
1583
MeSH Keywords
Adolescent; Braces; Child; Female; Funnel Chest; Humans; Male; Pectus Carinatum; Quality of Life; Self Concept; Treatment Outcome
Keywords
Body image; Chest wall deformities; Dynamic compressor system; Pectus carinatum; Quality of life
Recommended Citation
Orrick BA, Pierce AL, McElroy SF. Changes in self-image after pectus carinatum brace treatment. J Pediatr Surg. 2022;57(8):1579-1583. doi:10.1016/j.jpedsurg.2021.12.002
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