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hypomotility

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hy·po·mo·til·i·ty (hp-m-tl-t)
n.
See hypokinesis.
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
deficient power of movement in any part.
gut hypomotility
prolonged transit time of ingesta through the gut.


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