Lathyrism [latyrismus]

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Terms

lathyrismus
neurolathyrismus

 

Neurolathyrism

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Definition

A paralytic condition of the legs caused by ingestion of lathyrogens, especially BETA-AMINOPROPIONITRILE or beta-N-oxalyl amino-L-alanine, which are found in the seeds of plants of the genus LATHYRUS.

DUI
D007842 MeSH Browser
CUI
M0012256