Hemi vertebra - a
congenital anomaly of the spine caused by incomplete development
of one side of a vertebra resulting in a wedge shape.
Herniated Nucleus Pulposus (HNP) - Displacement of nuclear material and other disc
components beyond the normal confines of the annulus. Four degrees
os displacement are recognized : herniation, protrusion, extrusion
and sequestration.
Hydromelia - Pathological
condition in which there is an expansion of the central canal
of the spinal cord with increased cerebrospinal fluid accumulation.
Hyperkyphosis - A
kyphosis of the thoracic spine greater than the normal range.
Hypokyphosis - A
kyphosis of the thoracic spine less than the normal range
Hyperlordosis - A
lordosis greater than the normal range.
Hypolordosis - A
lordosis of the spine less than the normal range.
Hypertrophic - Enlargement
of an organ or part of an organ due to an increase in its constituent
cells.
Hysterical scoliosis - a non-structural deformity
of the spine that develops as a manifestation of a psychological
disorder.
