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Riddoch's syndrome II
Associated persons:
George Riddoch
Description:
A complex reflex phenomenon elicited by noxic stimuli below the area of a complete transection of the medulla spinalis. Characterised by flexion spasm of the legs and involuntary voiding of the urine and defecation as well as a tendency to sweat below the innervation area distal to the seat of the lesion.
Bibliography:
- G. Riddoch:
The reflex functions of the completely divided spinal cord in men, compared with less severe lesions.
Brain, London, 1917, 40: 264.
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