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Kyphosis

 Subject
Subject Source: Medical Subject Headings
Scope Note: Notes = Deformities of the SPINE characterized by an exaggerated convexity of the vertebral column. The forward bending of the thoracic region usually is more than 40 degrees. This deformity sometimes is called round back or hunchback.,Created For = LHSA-Dott

Found in 1 Collection or Record:

PR2.8644, 1950

 Item
Identifier: LHB1 CC/24/PR2.8644
Scope and Contents

Typed case summary relating to male from Scotland (outside Edinburgh and the Lothians) aged 297 at first examination in 1949. Conditions mentioned include: kyphosis; osteochondritis; spinal compression; and back pain. No treatment given. Patient discharged.

Dates: 1950