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Pectus Excavatum: Medical Treatments

Commons · Question 107289 · Tabled 20 Jan 2026 · Department of Health and Social Care · Official record

Answered 26 Jan 2026

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Asked by Vikki Slade

To ask the Secretary of State for Health and Social Care, what steps he is taking to improve treatment for patients with Pectus Excavatum.

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Answered by Karin Smyth, 26 Jan 2026

There are a number of non-surgical management options to support people diagnosed with a pectus deformity, including posture and exercise programmes, bracing, and psychological support.For surgical treatments, NHS England reviewed the evidence to treat pe...