opisthotonos (Meaning)
opisthotonos (n)
severe spasm in which the back arches and the head bends back and heels flex toward the back
opisthotonos (n.)
A tetanic spasm in which the body is bent backwards and stiffened.
Synonyms & Antonyms of opisthotonos
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opisthotonos Sentence Examples
- The young boy exhibited severe opisthotonos, his head arched back and his spine rigid.
- Opisthotonos was a prominent symptom in the patient suffering from tetanus.
- The turtle's rigid body and extended limbs indicated opisthotonos induced by strychnine poisoning.
- Opisthotonos is a medical condition characterized by involuntary muscle spasms that cause the body to arch backward.
- The venomous bite of the spider triggered opisthotonos in the victim, contorting her body into a painful position.
- The surgeon carefully monitored the patient's opisthotonos during the spinal cord surgery.
- Opisthotonos was a hallmark sign of severe meningitis in the infant.
- The sudden onset of opisthotonos raised concerns about a life-threatening medical emergency.
- Severe opisthotonos can lead to respiratory distress and airway obstruction.
- The use of muscle relaxants and anticonvulsants can help control opisthotonos in certain cases.
FAQs About the word opisthotonos
severe spasm in which the back arches and the head bends back and heels flex toward the backA tetanic spasm in which the body is bent backwards and stiffened.
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No antonyms found.
The young boy exhibited severe opisthotonos, his head arched back and his spine rigid.
Opisthotonos was a prominent symptom in the patient suffering from tetanus.
The turtle's rigid body and extended limbs indicated opisthotonos induced by strychnine poisoning.
Opisthotonos is a medical condition characterized by involuntary muscle spasms that cause the body to arch backward.
