- Scoliosis, congenital
- Curvature of the spine as a result of a musculoskeletal disorder that is present at birth.
Medical dictionary. 2011.
Medical dictionary. 2011.
Scoliosis — Classification and external resources ICD 10 M41 … Wikipedia
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Scoliosis — Sideways (lateral) curving of the spine (the backbone). The degree of scoliosis may range from mild to severe. Scoliosis is often an incidental and harmless finding. People with mild curves may only need to visit the doctor periodically for… … Medical dictionary
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