Does congenital funnel chest affect life?
Disease description:
When my child went to the hospital for a physical examination today, the doctor said he has congenital funnel chest. May I ask, does congenital funnel chest affect life?
Doctor's answer (1)
Dr. Xiao Ning
Congenital funnel chest generally does not affect life expectancy. In mild cases, patients can usually live normal lives without life-threatening consequences. However, if the congenital funnel chest is severe, it may impair heart and lung function, thereby potentially affecting the patient's life. It is recommended to visit a hospital to determine the cause and choose an appropriate treatment plan.
