Kehr's sign

Kehr's Sign

Kehr's sign (/kɛərz saɪn/) is a medical symptom often associated with abdominal pain that radiates to the left shoulder. This symptom is typically indicative of a ruptured spleen, ectopic pregnancy, or other abdominal pathology.

Etymology

The term "Kehr's sign" is named after Hans Kehr, a German surgeon who first described this symptom in the early 20th century.

Pronunciation

The correct pronunciation of Kehr's sign is "kairz sine".

Related Terms

• Abdominal pain: Discomfort or pain that occurs in the area between the chest and the pelvic regions.
• Spleen: An organ involved in the production and removal of blood cells in most vertebrates and forming part of the immune system.
• Ectopic pregnancy: A complication of pregnancy in which the embryo attaches outside the uterus.
• Pathology: The science of the causes and effects of diseases.

See Also

• Referred pain: Pain perceived at a location other than the site of the painful stimulus.
• Hans Kehr: A German surgeon known for his work in the field of gallbladder surgery.

External links

• Medical encyclopedia article on Kehr's sign
• Wikipedia's article - Kehr's sign

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