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tetanic

/tɪˈtæn.ɪk/

翻译: 与破伤风有关的,或表现为破伤风特征的;尤指肌肉持续收缩而不放松的强直状态。

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adjective

/tɪˈtæn.ɪk/C2formalmedical
  • zh与破伤风有关的,或表现为破伤风特征的;尤指肌肉持续收缩而不放松的强直状态。

Relating to or characterized by tetanus; specifically, describing a sustained muscle contraction without relaxation.

  1. Relating to tetanusC2formalmedical

    Of or relating to the disease tetanus, a serious bacterial infection causing muscle stiffness and spasms.

    zh破伤风的

    • The patient exhibited tetanic contractions in his jaw muscles.
    • Tetanic spasms are a hallmark symptom of the infection.
    • Doctors administered a tetanic antitoxin to neutralize the toxin.
  2. C2formalmedical

    Of or relating to tetany, a condition characterized by involuntary muscle cramps and spasms due to low calcium levels.

    zh手足搐搦的

    • The tetanic response was triggered by a severe electrolyte imbalance.
    • Hypocalcemia can lead to tetanic muscle contractions.
    • The patient's tetanic symptoms subsided after calcium supplementation.