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What is valgus deformity. can it be repaired? my d has jra. she is ten.
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Valgus: Deformity of what? Valgus describes a spatial direction. A bone is malaligned in such a position. Which bone is in a valgus?
Answered 11/13/2012
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Please see the image: In orthopedics, a valgus deformity is a term for outward angulation of the distal segment of a bone or joint. The opposite deformation, medial deviation of the distal bone, is called varus. Yes could be treated.
Answered 12/9/2013
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