Which Best Describes the Term Scoliosis

question 66

Multiple Choice

Which best describes the term scoliosis?

• A) lateral bending of the vertebral column
• B) exaggeration of the cervical curve
• C) exaggeration of the thoracic curve
• D) exaggeration of the lumbar curve
• E) congenital defect in which the laminae fail to unite at the midline

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