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valgus
[ val-guhs ]
noun
, plural val·gus·es.
- an abnormally turned position of a part of the bone structure of a human being, especially of the leg.
adjective
- of or in such a position; bowlegged, knock-kneed, or the like.
valgus
/ ˈvælɡəs /
adjective
- pathol denoting a deformity in which the distal part of a limb is displaced or twisted away from the midline of the body See hallux valgus
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Word History and Origins
Origin of valgus1
1790–1800; < Latin: knock-kneed
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Word History and Origins
Origin of valgus1
C19: from Latin: knock-kneed
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Example Sentences
Valgus, val′gus, n. a bow-legged man: a form of club-foot—talipes valgus:—pl.
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In hallux valgus, the metatarso-phalangeal joint of the great toe undergoes changes characteristic of arthritis deformans.
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When this angle is increased, the attitude is described as one of cubitus valgus.
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It is sometimes combined with eversion of the foot—pes calcaneo-valgus, or with inversion—pes calcaneo-varus.
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The most frequent sequel is stiffness of the ankle-joint and traumatic pes valgus.
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