Murphy's triad
Murphy's Triad
Murphy's Triad (pronounced: mur-fee's try-ad) is a clinical sign often used in the diagnosis of acute cholecystitis, a condition characterized by inflammation of the gallbladder. The triad consists of three symptoms: right upper quadrant pain, fever, and jaundice.
Etymology
The term "Murphy's Triad" is named after the American surgeon John Benjamin Murphy, who first described the symptom complex in the late 19th century.
Pronunciation
The term is pronounced as "Mur-fee's Try-ad".
Related Terms
- Cholecystitis: Inflammation of the gallbladder, often caused by gallstones.
- Jaundice: A yellow discoloration of the skin and eyes, often due to liver disease.
- Fever: A temporary increase in body temperature, often due to an illness.
- Right Upper Quadrant Pain: Pain located in the upper right portion of the abdomen, often associated with liver or gallbladder disease.
See Also
- Murphy's Sign: Another clinical sign named after John Benjamin Murphy, used in the diagnosis of acute cholecystitis.
- Charcot's Triad: A set of three symptoms associated with ascending cholangitis, a type of bile duct infection.
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Murphy's triad
- Wikipedia's article - Murphy's triad
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