Crossed hemiplegias is a medical term used to describe a condition where paralysis affects one side of the body on the opposite side of the brain lesion. Synonyms for crossed hemiplegias include crossed hemiparesis, crossed paralysis, and transverse hemiplegias. These terms all refer to the same underlying neurological condition, where the paralysis occurs on the side of the body opposite to the brain lesion. While the terms may differ slightly, they are used interchangeably to describe the same phenomenon. Understanding these synonyms can help medical professionals and researchers effectively communicate and diagnose patients with crossed hemiplegias.