Rovsing's sign
Rovsing's Sign
Rovsing's Sign (/ˈroʊv.sɪŋz/; Danish: [ˈʁʌvsɪŋˀs ˈtɛkən]) is a medical sign often used in the diagnosis of appendicitis. The sign is named after the Danish surgeon, Niels Thorkild Rovsing (1862–1927).
Etymology
The term "Rovsing's Sign" is derived from the name of its discoverer, Niels Thorkild Rovsing, a Danish surgeon who first described the sign in 1907.
Definition
Rovsing's Sign is positive when pressure applied to the left lower quadrant of the abdomen results in pain felt in the right lower quadrant. This is due to the fact that the manipulation causes the gas or fecal contents in the bowel to move towards the appendix, causing increased pressure and resultant pain.
Related Terms
- McBurney's point: The point in the right lower quadrant of the abdomen where the pain is most severe in cases of acute appendicitis.
- Rebound tenderness: A clinical sign that a doctor might use to check for peritonitis.
- Psoas sign: Another physical examination finding that can suggest appendicitis.
Clinical Significance
Rovsing's Sign is used in the clinical setting to help diagnose appendicitis. However, it is not a definitive diagnostic tool and should be used in conjunction with other signs, symptoms, and diagnostic tests.
See Also
References
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Rovsing's sign
- Wikipedia's article - Rovsing's sign
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