varus
/ˈvɛrəs/
noun
- A deformity in which a body part, especially a bone or joint, is bent or turned inward toward the midline of the body.
- The orthopedic surgeon explained that varus can affect the knee, hip, or foot.
- After the accident, he developed a varus in his ankle that required surgery.
- The doctor diagnosed the child with tibial varus, causing his legs to bow outward.
adjective
- Describing a deformity or position where a body part is turned inward toward the midline.
- She wore special shoes to correct her varus foot position.
- The X-ray showed a varus alignment in his left knee.
- The patient's varus hip made walking painful.
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