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Quadriplegia

Synonym(s)

  • paralysis; limb, all four
  • quadraplegia
  • tetraplegia

Definition(s)

Paralysis of both arms and both legs.

Definition from: Psychological Index Terms via Unified Medical Language SystemThis link leads to a site outside Genetics Home Reference. at the National Library of Medicine

Paralysis of all four limbs.

Definition from: Merriam-Webster's Medical DictionaryThis link leads to a site outside Genetics Home Reference. by Merriam-Webster Inc.

See also Understanding Medical Terminology.

 
Published: June 10, 2013