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hypomotility

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hy·po·mo·til·i·ty (hp-m-tl-t)
n.

hypomotility
[-mōtil′itē]
Etymology: Gk, hypo, under; L, motare, to move frequently
a state of diminished motility or loss of power to move about. Also called hypokinesia.

hypomotility [hi″po-mo-til´ĭ-te]
deficient power of movement in any part.

hypomotility
deficient power of movement in any part.

gut hypomotility
prolonged transit time of ingesta through the gut.


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Gallstone disease results from hypomotility of the gallbladder, which results in incomplete and infrequent emptying of its contents, allowing for crystal formation (Utter 2001).
8) Constipation may be attributed to hypomotility as a result of ganglionic dysfunction and abnormal sphincter function at various levels.
 
 
 
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