valgus

adjective

val·gus | \ ˈval-gəs

Definition of valgus

1 : of, relating to, or being a deformity in which an anatomical part is turned outward away from the midline of the body to an abnormal degree a valgus heel valgus deformity of the big toe

2 : varus sense 1 —used of the knee

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“Valgus.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/valgus. Accessed 21 Oct. 2021.

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valgus

adjective

val·gus | \ ˈval-gəs

Medical Definition of valgus

1 : turned outward especially : of, relating to, or being a deformity in which an anatomical part is turned outward away from the midline of the body to an abnormal degree a valgus heel valgus deformity of the big toe — see cubitus valgus, hallux valgus, talipes valgus — compare genu valgum, genu varum

2 : varus sense 1 —used especially in orthopedics of the knee changes spontaneously from the initial varus (bowing) to a valgus position (knock-knee) at about age 2 to 3— Joan M. Walker