| distension | The act or state of being distended or stretched. See: dilation. Origin: L. Dis-tendo, to stretch apart (05 Mar 2000) |
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| Malgaigne's luxation | Subluxation of the radial head within the elbow joint is also referred to as nursemaid's elbow. This orthopaedic condition is seen commonly in toddlers who may be lifted up by outstretched arms. Instability of the radial head leads to subluxation. The child with nursemaid's usually has their arm in hanging in extension at their side and any attempted movement of the elbow joint is met with pain. (27 Sep 1997) |
| luxation | Complete dislocation of a joint. A partial dislocation is a subluxation. (12 Dec 1998) |