Preferred Label : Hyperextension;
NCIt definition : A finding indicating that joints, muscles, and/or tendons can extend beyond their
normal limit.;
Alternative definition : CDISC: The excessive extension or straightening of a limb or a joint. (Makris S, Solomon
HM, Clark R, Shiota K, Barbellion S, Buschmann J, Ema M, Fujiwara M, Grote K, Hazelden
KP, Hew KW, Horimoto M, Ooshima Y, Parkinson M, Wise LD. Terminology of developmental
abnormalities in common laboratory mammals (Version 2). Part B. Birth Defects Res
B Dev Reprod Toxicol. 2009 Aug;86(4):227-327.); FDA: Forceful extension of a joint beyond its normal limits.;
Codes from synonyms : 4523;
Origin ID : C98951;
UMLS CUI : C0231451;
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