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\tˈɒd pəɹˈaləsˌɪs], \tˈɒd pəɹˈaləsˌɪs], \t_ˈɒ_d p_ə_ɹ_ˈa_l_ə_s_ˌɪ_s]\
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A general term most often used to describe severe or complete loss of muscle strength due to motor system disease from the level of the cerebral cortex to the muscle fiber. This term may also occasionally refer to a loss of sensory function. (From Adams et al., Principles of Neurology, 6th ed, p45)
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