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Gibbus deformity

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A Gibbus Deformity is a form of structural kyphosis.

When viewed from behind, the deformity is sharply angeled, and the resulting humpback is more easily seen when bending forward.[1]

Gibbus deformity can be a sequela of advanced skeletal tuberculosis, and is the result of collapse of vertebral bodies. [2]

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References

  1. ^ http://www.spineuniverse.com/displayarticle.php/article1437.html
  2. ^ Kasper D.L. et al, Harrisons principles of intenral medicine, 16.ed, 2005 p.958
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