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syringomyelia medical definition

noun
A chronic disease of the spinal cord characterized by the presence of fluid-filled cavities and leading to spasticity and sensory disturbances. Also called hydrosyringomyelia, Morvan's disease.

Related Forms:

  • syringomyelic adjective

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