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Asterixis

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A flapping tremor of the hands seen when the wrists are extended, often a sign of liver or kidney failure.

Korean

자세고정불능증

손목을 폈을 때 손이 퍼덕이듯 떨리는 것으로, 흔히 간이나 신장 기능 저하의 징후이다.

French

Astérixis

Tremblement des mains en battement d'ailes visible quand les poignets sont étendus, souvent signe d'insuffisance hépatique ou rénale.

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