Hampton's line

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Hampton's Line

Hampton's Line (pronunciation: /ˈhæmptənz laɪn/) is a medical term used in radiology to describe a radiolucent line seen in X-ray imaging, typically associated with peptic ulcer disease.

Etymology

The term is named after American physician and radiologist, Aubrey Otis Hampton, who first described the phenomenon in 1940.

Definition

Hampton's Line is a thin, radiolucent (transparent to X-rays) line at the base of a gastric ulcer or duodenal ulcer. It is caused by the accumulation of gas under an ulcer crater in a standing patient. This line is one of the several radiographic signs of a perforated peptic ulcer, a serious medical condition that requires immediate attention.

Related Terms

  • Peptic Ulcer: A sore that develops on the lining of the esophagus, stomach, or small intestine.
  • Radiology: The science dealing with X-rays and other high-energy radiation, especially the use of such radiation for the diagnosis and treatment of disease.
  • X-ray: A form of electromagnetic radiation, similar to light but of shorter wavelength and capable of penetrating solids and of ionizing gases.
  • Gastric Ulcer: A painful sore in the lining of the stomach.
  • Duodenal Ulcer: A subtype of peptic ulcer, generally caused by Helicobacter pylori infection or non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs.

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