Funnel chest surgery: does it really improve breathing and heart health?

NCT ID NCT03770390

First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026

Summary

This study looked at 43 people with funnel chest (pectus excavatum) to see how corrective surgery changes their heart and lung function during exercise and their overall quality of life. Researchers measured oxygen use, breathing, and symptoms like shortness of breath or heart fluttering before and after surgery. The goal was to understand the real benefits of the operation beyond just appearance.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

pectus excavatum

As listed by the trial registrant

The condition terms exactly as the trial's registrant entered them.

Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Hôpital Arnaud de Villeneuve - CHU de Montpellier

    Montpellier, 34295, France