athetoid

[ˈæθətɔɪd]

athetoid Definition

relating to or affected by athetosis, a condition characterized by involuntary movements of the limbs and body.

Using athetoid: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "athetoid" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    The patient was diagnosed with athetoid cerebral palsy.

  • Example

    Athetoid movements can be seen in some cases of Parkinson's disease.

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Summary: athetoid in Brief

'Athetoid' [ˈæθətɔɪd] is an adjective used to describe a condition called athetosis, which is characterized by involuntary movements of the limbs and body. It is often associated with cerebral palsy and other neurological disorders. Examples of its use include 'The patient was diagnosed with athetoid cerebral palsy.' and 'Athetoid movements can be seen in some cases of Parkinson's disease.'