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Kyphosis is a curving of the spine that causes a bowing of the back, such that the apex of the angle points backwards leading to a hunchback or slouching posture.

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·As a Disease/Condition

Kyphosis

·As a Complication

Compression Fracture of the Back

·As a Symptom

Achondroplasia

Kyphosis

·As a Cause

Spinal Curvature

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