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arthrogryposisnoun
The permanent fixation of a joint in a contracted position.
arthrogryposisnoun
A congenital disorder in which the joints are so fixed because of lack of muscle development.
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Arthrogryposis
Arthrogryposis multiplex congenita, or simply arthrogryposis, describes congenital joint contractures in two or more areas of the body. It derives its name from Greek, literally meaning "curving of joints". Children born with one or more joint contractures have abnormal fibrosis of the muscle tissue causing muscle shortening, and therefore are unable to do passive extension and flexion in the affected joint or joints. AMC has been divided into three groups: amyoplasia, distal arthrogryposis, and syndromic. Amyoplasia is characterized by severe joint contractures and muscle weakness. Distal arthrogryposis mainly involves the hands and feet. Types of arthrogryposis with a primary neurological or muscle disease belong to the syndromic group.
U.S. National Library of Medicine
Arthrogryposis
Persistent flexure or contracture of a joint. (Dorland, 27th ed)
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Chaldean Numerology
The numerical value of arthrogryposis in Chaldean Numerology is: 4
Pythagorean Numerology
The numerical value of arthrogryposis in Pythagorean Numerology is: 1
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