- Westphal phenomenon
- 1. (A.K.O. Westphal) orbicularis pupillary reflex. 2. (C.F.O. Westphal) see under sign.
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Westphal phenomenon
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Westphal — Karl F.O., German neurologist, 1833–1890. See W. pupillary reflex, W. Piltz phenomenon, Edinger W. nucleus … Medical dictionary
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