Boas' sign
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Boas' or Boas's sign is hyperaesthesia (increased or altered sensitivity) below the right scapula can be a symptom in acute cholecystitis (inflammation of the gallbladder) [1] It is one of many symptoms a medical provider may look for during an Abdominal examination[2]
[edit] References
- ^ Boas' sign (web). GPnotebook. Retrieved on January 21, 2007.
- ^ Hewish, Dr Paul. Abdominal Examination (web). Patient Plus. Retrieved on January 21, 2007.
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