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Valgus

Noun

1. The outward turning or deviation of a body part, especially a limb, such as the leg, that causes the part to curve away from the midline of the body.

Example sentence: The doctor diagnosed her with valgus in her left knee.

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Adjective

1. Pertaining to or characterized by the outward turning or deviation of a body part, especially a limb, such as the leg.

Example sentence: The valgus position of the patient's foot made it difficult for him to walk properly.

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Medical Term

1. A deformity or condition in which a body part, typically a joint, is abnormally displaced or turned outward from the midline of the body.

Example sentence: The orthopedic surgeon recommended surgery to correct the valgus of the patient's hip.

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Surgical Procedure

1. A surgical procedure performed to correct or realign a body part, usually a bone or joint, that has deviated outward from the midline of the body.

Example sentence: The patient underwent valgus osteotomy to correct the misalignment of his knee.

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