What is the French medical term for dowager's hump?

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2026-04-14 03:25

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Because it was noted in elderly women. It is caused by osteoporosis (softening of the bones from inadequate intake of calcium and vitamin D) which causes the vertebrae in the spine to collapse [pancake], leading to a big 'hump' in the upper midline back area...

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