Mesh term Kyphosis
Browse to parent terms:Spinal Curvatures
Description
Deformities of the SPINE characterized by an exaggerated convexity of the vertebral column. The forward bending of the thoracic region usually is more than 40 degrees. This deformity sometimes is called round back or hunchback.Browse to child terms:
Scheuermann Disease
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