pleurothotonus Synonyms
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pleurothotonus Meaning
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pleurothotonus (n.)
A species of tetanus, in which the body is curved laterally.
pleurothotonus Sentence Examples
- The patient's severe pleurothotonus made it impossible for him to lie flat.
- The spasms caused by pleurothotonus rendered the victim's body contorted in an unnatural position.
- The classic symptom of pleurothotonus is a pronounced lateral curvature of the spine, with the head tilted towards one shoulder.
- The child's pleurothotonus was so intense that his body arched backwards into a horseshoe shape.
- The doctor suspected tetanus as the underlying cause of the patient's pleurothotonus.
- The onset of pleurothotonus can be sudden and extremely painful.
- The patient's pleurothotonus made it difficult for him to swallow or speak.
- The treatment for pleurothotonus typically involves anticonvulsants and muscle relaxants.
- The severity of pleurothotonus can vary from mild to life-threatening.
- The doctor explained that pleurothotonus is a medical emergency that requires prompt medical attention.
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A species of tetanus, in which the body is curved laterally.
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The patient's severe pleurothotonus made it impossible for him to lie flat.
The spasms caused by pleurothotonus rendered the victim's body contorted in an unnatural position.
The classic symptom of pleurothotonus is a pronounced lateral curvature of the spine, with the head tilted towards one shoulder.
The child's pleurothotonus was so intense that his body arched backwards into a horseshoe shape.
