Which of the Following Refers to an Exaggerated Thoracic Curvature

Question

Which of the following refers to an exaggerated thoracic curvature of the spine (hunchback)?
A) Kyphosis
B) Rickets
C) Scoliosis
D) Lordosis

Accepted Answer

Kyphosis refers to an exaggerated thoracic curvature of the spine, resulting in a hunchback appearance. Rickets is a condition caused by vitamin D deficiency, which can lead to skeletal deformities. Scoliosis refers to a sideways curvature of the spine. Lordosis is an exaggerated lumbar curvature of the spine, sometimes called swayback.