Which of the following is an abnormal lateral curvature of the vertebral column often seen in the thoracic region?
A) kyphosis
B) scoliosis
C) swayback
D) lordosis

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Scoliosis is the abnormal lateral curvature of the vertebral column. Kyphosis is an abnormal curvature of the spine where there is an exaggerated outward curvature in the thoracic region. Lordosis is an exaggerated inward curvature in the lumbar region. Swayback is a term used to describe an excessive inward curvature of the lumbar region, which can also be referred to as lordosis.

Which of the Following Is an Abnormal Lateral Curvature of the Vertebral