diplegia

/dɪˈpliːdʒə/ or /dɪˈplɛdʒə/

Definitions

1. noun

A neurological condition in which both sides of the body are affected, often resulting in muscle weakness or paralysis on both sides.

“The doctor diagnosed the child with diplegia due to the birth injury.”

Synonyms

  • hemiplegia
  • monoplegia

Antonyms

  • hemiplegia
  • monoplegia