A deviation from normal shape or size resulting in disfigurement. A may be congenital, genetic, or acquired after birth.
An unusual shape of part of the body.
Condition in which the body in general or any part of it (e.g., the hand) is misshapen, distorted, or malformed. A deformity may result from injury, disease, or birth defect (e.g., Amold-Chiari deformity, in which part of the brain protrudes through the skull).
Abnormal size or shape; permanent change from normal body structure. A deformity may be present at birth (congenital), or it may develop after birth (acquired).
Alteration in the natural form of a part or organ; distortion of any part or general disfigurement of the body. It may be acquired or congenital. If present after injury, deformity usually implies the presence of fracture, dislocation, or both. It may be due to extensive swelling, extravasation of blood, or rupture of muscles and severe contracture of scar tissue.
A deformity refers to any abnormality or alteration in the structure or shape of a body part. These deformities can either be congenital, meaning they are present from birth, or acquired due to factors such as injury, medical conditions, or lack of use.
Most congenital deformities are relatively uncommon, but there are a few that occur more frequently, such as clubfoot (talipes) and cleft lip and palate. Injuries like burns, torn muscles, and broken bones can also result in deformities. Various disorders, including certain nerve conditions and deficiencies like rickets, as well as Paget’s disease of the bone, can contribute to deformities. Additionally, disuse of a body part can lead to deformities due to the stiffening and contracture of unused muscles or tendons.
Numerous deformities can be addressed and corrected through various methods such as orthopedic techniques, plastic surgery, or targeted exercises. These approaches aim to improve the physical condition and restore the normal appearance and function of the affected body part.