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contracture

UK
/kənˈtræk.tʃə/
US
/kənˈtræk.tʃɚ/

Übersetzungen

contracturesubstantiv
contractures
Pl.
UK
/kənˈtræk.tʃə/
US
/kənˈtræk.tʃɚ/
The patient developed a contracture in his hand after the injury.
У пациента развилась контрактура в руке после травмы.
Synonyme
tightening
contraction
shortening
stiffness
rigidity

Definitionen

contracturesubstantiv
A permanent shortening and hardening of muscles, tendons, or other soft tissues that causes deformity and rigidity of joints.
The patient developed a contracture in his hand after the injury, limiting his ability to fully extend his fingers.
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