noun
- Plural of diplegia; conditions characterized by paralysis or weakness affecting corresponding parts on both sides of the body, typically the legs.
Usage: Medical term; Often used in clinical and neurological contexts
Examples
- The neurologist diagnosed several cases of diplegias in pediatric patients with cerebral palsy.
- Diplegias affecting the lower limbs are common in certain neurological disorders.
- Treatment plans for diplegias vary depending on the underlying cause and severity.
- The study examined different types of diplegias and their long-term outcomes.