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  1. Pointing Sign in Appendicitis and other Physical Signs

    Apr 29, 2020 · Rovsing’s signs In this sign of appendicitis, deep palpation of the left iliac fossa causes pain in the right iliac fossa. Psoas sign Also known as the Ilio-psoas sign. Passive …

  2. Case Report: Psoas Abscess -- Unusual Etiology of Groin Pain

    Jul 25, 2005 · Suppurative psoas abscess is an unusual lesion that is unfamiliar to many orthopaedic specialists, which can make an accurate and timely diagnosis problematic.

  3. Abnormal findings and Interpretation of Plain Abdominal X Ray films

    Apr 29, 2020 · Abnormal Features seen in Plain X-Ray of the Abdomen This will explain and analyze the abnormal conditions that can be diagnosed with Plain X-Ray of the Abdomen. The …

  4. Interpretation of Normal Plain X-Ray of Abdomen and Indications

    Apr 29, 2020 · Types of Plain Abdominal X ray Supine Abdominal film Erect abdomen Erect CXR Left Lateral Decubitus Supine decubitus Lateral abdomen The routine X-ray projection is the …

  5. Geriatric Assessment: Abdominal and Rectal Examination

    Aug 2, 2012 · Check the psoas sign, which indicates irritation to the iliopsoas group of hip flexors in the abdomen and consequently indicates that the inflamed appendix is retrocecal in …

  6. Familial Hypercholesterolemia: Early Lipid Screening Key

    Only about 10% of individuals are aware they have it, and childhood lipid screening is not common.

  7. EULAR Updates Recommendations for Managing RA - Medscape

    Jun 20, 2025 · EULAR now recommends moving directly to biologic or targeted synthetic disease-modifying antirheumatic drugs if the initial methotrexate therapy fails.

  8. What Doctors Should Know About Viral Sleep Trends - Medscape

    Dec 1, 2025 · As sleep disorders persist among patients of all ages, clinicians need to be wary of popular unhealthy ‘hacks’ and aware of how to talk with patients about them.

  9. Sports Injuries of the Hip in Primary Care - Medscape

    Jan 7, 2025 · Bursitis or tendinopathy? FABER or FADIR? The Curbsiders share tips from an expert on how to assess and manage sport-related hip pain.

  10. Forget the Tremor: These Symptoms Come First in Parkinson’s

    Jun 10, 2025 · Below is an overview of early and prodromal Parkinson’s symptoms. While most clinicians routinely ask about sleep or gastrointestinal function, the following list may help …