Kernig's Sign
Definition of Kernig's Sign
- 1. Symptom of meningitis; patient cannot extend the leg at the knee when the thigh is flexed because of stiffness in the hamstrings Noun
Broader Meanings (Hypernyms)
More general concepts that include this meaning.
Topics & Domains
- State
Grammar Notes
1. Symptom of meningitis; patient cannot extend the leg at the knee when the thigh is flexed because of stiffness in the hamstrings (Noun)
Written as Kernig's sign in this meaning.