Pleurothotonus
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Pleurothotonus, also known as Pisa syndrome, refers to an involuntary state of lateral flexion of the thoracic and lumbar spine (hence the reference to leaning tower). It is an extrapyramidal neurological syndrome. Compare opisthotonus.
It may occur secondary to chronic administration or overdose of antipsychotic medications, as well as antiemetics.
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