Sternal Cleft
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What is the definition of Sternal Cleft?

A rare idiopathic congenital thoracic malformation characterized by a sternal fusion defect, that can be complete or partial (either superior or inferior), that is usually asymptomatic in the neonatal period (apart from a paradoxical midline thoracic bulging) but that can lead to dyspnea, cough, frequent respiratory infections and increased risk of trauma-related injury to the heart, lungs and major vessels if left untreated.

What are the alternative names for Sternal Cleft?

Sternal cleft
Congenital sternal cleft

Who are the top Sternal Cleft Local Doctors?

Distinguished in Sternal Cleft

Dr. Beth A. Drolet

Pediatrics | Dermatology

Distinguished in Sternal Cleft

Dr. Beth A. Drolet

Pediatrics | Dermatology

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1 S Park St Medical Center Dermatology Clinic, Suite 701

1 S Park St, Suite 701,

Madison, WI

608-914-0300

Languages Spoken:

English

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Beth Drolet is a Pediatrics specialist and a Dermatologist practicing medicine in Madison, Wisconsin. Dr. Drolet is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Sternal Cleft. She is also highly rated in 11 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Hemangioma, Clouston Syndrome, Ectodermal Dysplasias, and Aplasia Cutis Congenita. Dr. Drolet is board certified in Pediatric Dermatology and Dermatology. Dr. Drolet is currently accepting new patients.

Advanced in Sternal Cleft

Dr. Christian J. Streck

Pediatric Surgery

Advanced in Sternal Cleft

Dr. Christian J. Streck

Pediatric Surgery

Referral may be required

MUSC Children's Health General Surgery At Summey Medical Pavilion

2250 Mall Dr,

North Charleston, SC

843-792-2300

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English

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Christian Streck is a Pediatric Surgeon practicing medicine in North Charleston, South Carolina. Dr. Streck is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Sternal Cleft. He is also highly rated in 2 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Pectus Excavatum, Sternal Cleft, Pectus Carinatum, and Infantile Pneumothorax. Dr. Streck is currently accepting new patients.

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Advanced in Sternal Cleft

Dr. Evert A. Eriksson

General Surgery | Intensive Care Medicine

Advanced in Sternal Cleft

Dr. Evert A. Eriksson

General Surgery | Intensive Care Medicine

Referral may be required

Surg General Nmpk

5500 Front St, Suite 320,

Summerville, SC

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Evert Eriksson is a General Surgeon and an Intensive Care Medicine provider practicing medicine in Summerville, South Carolina. Dr. Eriksson is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Sternal Cleft. He is also highly rated in 3 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Delirium, Chronic Subdural Hematoma, Sternal Cleft, Gastrostomy, and Hernia Surgery. Dr. Eriksson is currently accepting new patients.