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kyphosis
/kaɪˈfoʊ.sɪs/
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What does kyphosis mean?
noun
- The normal convex curvature of the spine in the thoracic and sacral regions.
- An abnormal convex curvature of the spine in the cervical or lumbar regions of the spine.
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IPA pronunciation
/kaɪˈfoʊ.sɪs/
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The circumference of the trunk at the nipples was 62 inches, and over the most prominent portion of the kyphosis and pigeon-breast, 74 inches.