NEONATAL TETANY
\nˈiːə͡ʊnˌe͡ɪtə͡l tˈɛtəni], \nˈiːəʊnˌeɪtəl tˈɛtəni], \n_ˈiː__əʊ_n_ˌeɪ_t_əl t_ˈɛ_t_ə_n_i]\
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A disorder characterized by muscle twitches, cramps, and carpopedal spasm, and when severe, laryngospasm and seizures. This condition is associated with unstable depolarization of axonal membranes, primarily in the peripheral nervous system. Tetany usually results from HYPOCALCEMIA or reduced serum levels of MAGNESIUM that may be associated with HYPERVENTILATION; HYPOPARATHYROIDISM; RICKETS; UREMIA; or other conditions. (From Adams et al., Principles of Neurology, 6th ed, p1490)
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