Definition of Asterixis

1. Noun. (pathology) An abnormal muscular tremor characterized by involuntary jerking of the hands ¹

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Medical Definition of Asterixis

1. Abnormal muscle tremor consisting of involuntary jerking of the hands. May be seen in liver disease. (27 Sep 1997)

Lexicographical Neighbors of Asterixis

asterion
asteriosaponins
asteriotoxins
asterisc
asterisci
asteriscs
asteriscus
asterisk
asterisked
asterisking
asteriskless
asterisks
asterism
asterismal
asterisms
asterixis (current term)
astern
astern of
asternal
asteroid
asteroid belt
asteroid belts
asteroid body
asteroid hyalosis
asteroidal
asteroidian
asteroidians
asteroidlike
asteroids

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