Erben reflex


Erben reflex

(erb′ĕn, ĕrb′) [Siegmund Erben, Austrian physician, b. 1863] The slowing of the pulse when the head and trunk are forcibly bent forward.

Erben,

Siegmund, Austrian neurologist, 1863–. Erben phenomenon - vagal stimulation slowing of the pulse when head and trunk are flexed. Synonym(s): Erben reflex; Erben signErben reflex - Synonym(s): Erben phenomenonErben sign - Synonym(s): Erben phenomenon