contracture
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(kŏn-trak′chŭr)

[L. contractura, a drawing together]
Fibrosis of connective tissue in skin, fascia, muscle, or a joint capsule that prevents normal mobility of the related tissue or joint.
CONTRACTURE OF THE RIGHT HAND
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(kŏn-trak′chŭr)

[L. contractura, a drawing together]
Fibrosis of connective tissue in skin, fascia, muscle, or a joint capsule that prevents normal mobility of the related tissue or joint.
CONTRACTURE OF THE RIGHT HAND
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