Experiences of living with funnel chest prior to corrective surgery: An interview study.

Louise Norlander Agneta Anderzèn-Carlsson Mårten Vidlund Ann-Sofie Sundqvist

Published in: PloS one (2024)

The results emphasize the heavy burden funnel chest causes and the great limitations it places on the individual. It also highlights the importance of surgery and the hope for a better future for individuals with funnel chest.

Keyphrases

minimally invasive
coronary artery bypass
surgical site infection
coronary artery disease
current status
risk factors
atrial fibrillation