akinesis

[US]/ˌækɪˈniːsɪs/
[UK]/ˌækɪˈniːsɪs/

Translation

n.medical term referring to the inability to move or loss of motor function
Word Forms
Pluralakineses

Phrases & Collocations

cardiac akinesis

severe akinesis

regional akinesis

muscular akinesis

Example Sentences

cardiac akinesis was observed in the left ventricular wall following the myocardial infarction.

the patient exhibited akinesis of the right arm after the stroke.

regional akinesis is a key diagnostic feature of ischemic cardiomyopathy.

akinesis following trauma can indicate severe nerve damage.

the echocardiogram revealed akinesis in the anterior septum.

akinesis associated with bradykinesia suggested progressive supranuclear palsy.

persistent akinesis may require surgical intervention to restore function.

akinesis of the vocal cords caused significant speech difficulties.

the neurologist documented akinesis in the lower extremities.

akinesis after prolonged immobilization often requires physical therapy.

partial akinesis was detected during the stress test.

segmental akinesis helps cardiologists identify viable tissue.

akinesis in combination with dyskinesia indicates neurological impairment.

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