| Kernig's sign | <clinical sign> A physical examination finding that can indicate inflammation of the meninges (meningitis), with the subject lying flat on the back, the thigh is flexed (at right angle to the trunk), at this point complete extension at the knee joint is impossible, due to pain. (13 Nov 1997) |
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| Kernig, Vladimir | <person> Russian physician, 1840-1917. See: Kernig's sign. (05 Mar 2000) |