reduction deformity

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deformity /de·form·i·ty/ (dĕ-for´mĭ-te) distortion of any part or of the body in general.

Åkerlund deformity an indentation (in addition to the niche) in the duodenal cap in the radiograph in duodenal ulcer.

Arnold-Chiari deformity protrusion of the cerebellum and medulla oblongata down into the spinal canal through the foramen magnum.

Madelung's deformity radial deviation of the hand secondary to overgrowth of the distal ulna or shortening of the radius.

reduction deformity congenital absence of a portion or all of a body part, especially of the limbs.

silver fork deformity the deformity seen in Colles' fracture.

Sprengel's deformity congenital elevation of the scapula, due to failure of descent of the scapula to its normal thoracic position during fetal life.

Volkmann's deformity see under disease.

reduction deformity

A congenital deformity in which a body part, especially a limb, is shorter than normal or missing.

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