CONTRECOUP

Etymology

Noun

contrecoup (plural contrecoups)

(pathology) A bruising of the brain caused by a blow, appearing on the opposite side to that on which the blow was struck.

Source: Wiktionary


Con`tre*coup", n. Etym: [F., fr. contre (L. contra) + coup a blow.] (med.)

Definition: A concussion or shock produced by a blow or other injury, in a part or region opposite to that at which the blow is received, often causing rupture or disorganisation of the parts affected.

Source: Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary 1913 Edition



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