Becker's sign
Becker's Sign
Becker's Sign (pronounced: BEK-erz sign) is a clinical sign used in the diagnosis of aortic insufficiency, a heart condition. It is named after the German physician, Dr. Otto Becker, who first described it.
Etymology
The term "Becker's Sign" is derived from the name of Dr. Otto Becker, a German physician who first described this clinical sign in the late 19th century.
Definition
Becker's Sign is a clinical sign characterized by a visible pulsation of the retinal arteries, observed during ophthalmoscopic examination. It is associated with severe aortic insufficiency, a condition where the aortic valve does not close tightly, causing blood to leak back into the left ventricle.
Related Terms
- Aortic Insufficiency: A heart condition characterized by the aortic valve not closing tightly, causing blood to leak back into the left ventricle.
- Retinal Arteries: The blood vessels that supply the retina with oxygen and nutrients.
- Ophthalmoscopic Examination: A test that allows a health professional to see inside the fundus of the eye and other structures using an ophthalmoscope.
- Clinical Sign: Observable evidence of medical condition, as opposed to symptoms, which are felt by the patient.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Becker's sign
- Wikipedia's article - Becker's sign
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