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Extrapyramidal Disorder
Definition 1
A movement disorder caused by defects in the basal ganglia. The clinical manifestations include changes in the muscle tone, dyskinesia, and akinesia. Causes include vascular disorders, degenerative disorders, and antipsychotic drugs. (NCI Thesaurus)
Definition 2
A disorder characterized by abnormal, repetitive, involuntary muscle movements, frenzied speech and extreme restlessness. (NCI Thesaurus/CTCAE)
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