valgus

valgus definition - medical

val·gus (vălˈgəs)

adjective
Characterized by an abnormal outward turning of a bone, especially of the hip, knee, or foot; occasionally used to indicate an inward turning.
noun
A bone of the leg or foot characterized by such an abnormality.

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