What term is used to describe an abnormally increased convex angulation in the curvature of the thoracic spine?
a. Scoliosis
b. Lordosis
c. Kyphosis
d. Ankylosis
ANS: C
Kyphosis is an abnormally increased convex angulation in the curvature of the thoracic spine. Scoliosis is a complex spinal deformity usually involving lateral curvature, spinal rotation causing rib asymmetry, and thoracic hypokyphosis. Lordosis is an accentuation of the cervical or lumbar curvature beyond physiologic limits. Ankylosis is the immobility of a joint.
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