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] It is less than 7% sensitive[citation needed].

References

  1. ↑ "Boas' sign" (web). GPnotebook. Retrieved 2007-01-21. 
  2. ↑ Hewish, Dr Paul. "Abdominal Examination" (web). Patient Plus. Retrieved 2007-01-21. 
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