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valgus

/ˈvælɡəs/
adjective
  1. Describing a deformity in which a body part (such as a knee, ankle, or toe) is bent outward away from the midline of the body.
    • The child was diagnosed with a mild valgus ankle, but it improved with special shoes.
    • A valgus knee alignment can lead to arthritis in the outer part of the joint.
    • The surgeon corrected the valgus deformity of the big toe, which had been causing pain when walking.
Antonyms
varus
noun
  1. A condition in which a joint or limb is bent outward away from the body's midline.
    • After the accident, he developed a valgus in his wrist that limited his range of motion.
    • Valgus of the knee is more common in women than in men.
    • The patient's valgus was measured at 15 degrees, requiring a brace for correction.