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lathyrism [′lath·ə‚riz·əm] (medicine) Poisoning produced by ingestion of vetch (Lathyrus) and characterized by spastic paraplegia and decreased connective-tissue tensile strength. Also known as neurolathyrism. How to thank TFD for its existence? Tell a friend about us, add a link to this page, add the site to iGoogle, or visit webmaster's page for free fun content. |
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In the rural villages where lathyrism tends to occur, wheelchairs aren't available and they wouldn't easily traverse the terrain. Previously, the team linked an amino acid in chickling peas (which are consumed in Africa and Asia, especially during famines) to a related neurological disorder called lathyrism. |
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