Note the location, quality, radiation, severity, and timing of the discomfort: Right upper quadrant discomfort suggests cholecystitis (check the Murphy sign), hepatitis, passive congestion, or ...

" Nobody should be able to examine an abdomen better than a general surgeon," remarked a program director to his residents. In spite of tremendous advances in diagnostic technologies, physical ...

Radiologists have developed a scale called the Duke Abdominal Assessment Scale to assist clinicians in determining the severity of disease and the need for surgery in infants with necrotizing ...

Ascites usually occurs when the liver stops working properly, leading to a build up of fluid in the abdominal area. A doctor may diagnose ascites when more than 25 milliliters (mL) of fluid builds up ...

A study by researchers at the Federal University of São Carlos (UFSCar) in Brazil, in partnership with University College ...

An abdominal mass is an abnormal growth in the abdomen. It causes visible swelling and may change the shape of the abdomen. You may notice weight gain and symptoms like abdominal discomfort, pain, and ...

We performed ultrasonography (US) as a noninvasive approach to investigate the development of abdominal subcutaneous (SC) and preperitoneal (PP) fat depots in infants ≤1 y and compared longitudinal US ...

Abdominal pain refers to discomfort in the space between the chest and pelvis. It can have various causes, including trapped gas, ulcers, or gastroenteritis. Symptoms often resolve quickly on their ...

Burning pain in the abdomen may have several causes, including a peptic ulcer or gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD). As such, it is advisable to consult a doctor for proper assessment and ...