ATHETOID MOVEMENTS
\ˈaθɪtˌɔ͡ɪd mˈuːvmənts], \ˈaθɪtˌɔɪd mˈuːvmənts], \ˈa_θ_ɪ_t_ˌɔɪ_d m_ˈuː_v_m_ə_n_t_s]\
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A dyskinesia characterized by an inability to maintain the fingers, toes, tongue, or other body parts in a stable position, resulting in continuous slow, sinusoidal, and flowing involuntary movements. This condition is frequently accompanied by CHOREA, where it is referred to as choreoathetosis. Athetosis may occur as a manifestation of BASAL GANGLIA DISEASES or DRUG TOXICITY, NERVOUS SYSTEM. (From Adams et al., Principles of Neurology, 6th ed, p76)
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