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What is Chvostek sign?

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The Chrvostek sign is a nerve existing tetany shown in what is called the "hypocalcemia".

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The Chvostek sign (/ˈkvɒstɪk/) is a clinical sign of existing nerve hyperexcitability (tetany) seen in hypocalcemia. It refers to an abnormal reaction to the stimulation of the facial nerve.
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