hip dysplasia

Noun

Meaning

hip dysplasia (plural hip dysplasias)

in dogs, an abnormal formation of the hip socket, causing lameness and arthritis of the joints.

Examples

Health A close-up Saluki Hip dysplasia is uncommon in Salukis, with the breed ranking joint lowest in a survey by the British Veterinary Association in 2003. Source: Internet

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