kyphosis

[ kahy-foh-sis ]

noun

, Pathology.

1. an abnormal, convex curvature of the spine, with a resultant bulge at the upper back.

kyphosis

/ kaɪˈfəʊsɪs; kaɪˈfɒtɪk /

noun

1. pathol backward curvature of the thoracic spine, of congenital origin or resulting from injury or disease; hunchback See also Pott's disease Compare lordosis scoliosis

Derived Forms

• kyphotic, adjective

Other Words From

• ky·phot·ic [kahy-, fot, -ik], adjective

Word History and Origins

Origin of kyphosis¹

1840–50; < Greek kȳ́phōsis a hunched state, equivalent to kȳph ( ós ) humpbacked + -ōsis -osis

Word History and Origins

Origin of kyphosis¹

C19: from New Latin, from Greek kuphōsis, from kuphos humpbacked

Example Sentences

Whether or not this hypothesis correctly accounts for kyphosis in turtles can be ascertained only by further study.

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In rickets, associated with kyphosis, there is a form of exaggerated rotated pelvis (pubis high).

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If the kyphosis is but functional, the prominence disappears at once.

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In almost every case, however, this kyphosis is but apparent and the result of muscular debility.

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After the administration of one-half grain to a pregnant rabbit he observed loss of appetite and kyphosis.

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