An Abnormal Side-To-Side Curve in the Vertebral Column is Called

Question

An abnormal side-to-side curve in the vertebral column is called
A) lordosis
B) kyphosis
C) scoliosis
D) convexities

Accepted Answer

Scoliosis is the correct answer. Lordosis is an abnormal inward curve of the lumbar spine, and kyphosis is an abnormal outward curve of the thoracic spine. Convexities are not a recognized term for abnormal spinal curves.