kernig's sign

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What does kernig's sign mean?

A physical examination finding in which extension of the knee is painful after flexing parts of the leg, sometimes indicating subarachnoid hemorrhage or meningitis.

Where does kernig's sign come from?

Named after Woldemar Kernig (1840–1917), a Russian neurologist.

How to pronounce kernig's sign

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