wristdrop

wristdrop

 [rist´drop]

paralysis of the extensor muscles of the hand and fingers; it may be due to metallic poisoning.

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wristdrop

Neurology A condition caused by partial or complete paralysis of wrist extensors, a manifestation of peripheral neuropathy accompanied by a loss of acral motor activity Etiology Amyloidosis, Charcot-Marie-Tooth syndrome, collagen vascular diseases, diabetic mononeuropathy, lead poisoning, severe vitamin B₁₂ deficiency. See Footdrop.

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