Definition of Pectus excavatumPectus excavatum: Caved-in or funnel chest. The Latin "pectus" means "chest." The chest is excavated. It looks as if it has been dug out, hollowed out. Last Editorial Review: 4/27/2011 5:27:15 PM
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