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kyphoscoliosis, idiopathic Kyphoscoliosis that occurs during development, without a known cause.

kyphosis Outward curvature of the spine, causing a humped back. Treatment includes physical therapy and wearing a back brace, and in some cases surgery. Surgery for kyphosis may involve inserting a metal rod in the spine and restructuring some bones, and it is usually followed by wearing a back cast and then a back brace…

kyphosis, fixed Kyphosis caused by collapse of the vertebrae, usually due to musculoskeletal disease. See also kyphosis.

kyphosis, juvenile See Scheuermann’s disease.

kyphosis, mobile Kyphosis caused by compensating for muscle weakness or structural abnormality in another area of the body. See also kyphosis.

L1 through L5 The five lumbar vertebrae, which are situated between the thoracic vertebrae and the sacral vertebrae in the spinal column.

La Leche League An organization that helps and supports breastfeeding mothers with advice, ideas, and both legal and medical advocacy. Abbreviated LLL.

lab result The result of a test done in a laboratory.

lab test A test that is done in the laboratory where the appropriate equipment, supplies, and certified expertise are available.

labia Lips, the fleshy folds that surround the opening of the mouth (oral labia) or the vagina (the labia majora and labia minora).

labia, oral The lips around the mouth. See also lip.

kinship Relationship by marriage or, specifically, a blood tie.