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unilateral paralysis

/ˌjuːnɪˈlætərəl pəˈræləsɪs/

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/ˌjuːnɪˈlætərəl pəˈræləsɪs/C1formalmedical
  • ruМедицинское состояние, характеризующееся потерей мышечной функции или чувствительности на одной стороне тела, обычно возникающее в результате повреждения нервной системы, такого как инсульт или травма нерва.

A medical condition characterized by the loss of muscle function or sensation on one side of the body, typically resulting from damage to the nervous system such as a stroke or nerve injury.

  1. Paralysis on one side of the bodyC1formal

    A medical condition characterized by the loss of muscle function on one side of the body, often resulting from damage to the brain or spinal cord.

    ruОдносторонний паралич

    • The patient was diagnosed with unilateral paralysis after the stroke.
    • Unilateral paralysis can affect the arm and leg on the same side.
    • Physical therapy is often recommended for those with unilateral paralysis.