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{{Infobox medical condition | |||
| name = Harrison's groove | |||
| synonyms = Harrison's sulcus | |||
| field = [[Pediatrics]] | |||
| symptoms = [[Depression (kinesiology)|Depression]] of the chest wall | |||
| complications = None directly from the groove | |||
| onset = Childhood | |||
| duration = Permanent | |||
| causes = [[Rickets]], [[Asthma]], [[Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease|COPD]] | |||
| risks = [[Vitamin D deficiency]], [[Respiratory disease]] | |||
| diagnosis = [[Physical examination]] | |||
| differential = [[Pectus excavatum]], [[Pectus carinatum]] | |||
| prevention = Adequate [[Vitamin D]] and [[Calcium]] intake, management of [[respiratory conditions]] | |||
| treatment = Address underlying cause | |||
| prognosis = Good if underlying condition is treated | |||
| frequency = Rare | |||
}} | |||
'''Harrison's Groove''' is a physical sign that can be observed in children suffering from [[chronic respiratory diseases]] and [[rickets]]. It is a horizontal groove or depression along the lower border of the [[thorax]] corresponding to the costal insertion of the [[diaphragm]]. This article will provide a detailed overview of Harrison's Groove, its causes, symptoms, and related medical conditions. | '''Harrison's Groove''' is a physical sign that can be observed in children suffering from [[chronic respiratory diseases]] and [[rickets]]. It is a horizontal groove or depression along the lower border of the [[thorax]] corresponding to the costal insertion of the [[diaphragm]]. This article will provide a detailed overview of Harrison's Groove, its causes, symptoms, and related medical conditions. | ||
==Definition== | ==Definition== | ||
Harrison's Groove is a physical sign named after the British physician, [[Sir William Harrison]]. It is a horizontal groove or depression along the lower border of the thorax, corresponding to the costal insertion of the diaphragm. This groove is typically observed in children suffering from chronic respiratory diseases and rickets. | Harrison's Groove is a physical sign named after the British physician, [[Sir William Harrison]]. It is a horizontal groove or depression along the lower border of the thorax, corresponding to the costal insertion of the diaphragm. This groove is typically observed in children suffering from chronic respiratory diseases and rickets. | ||
==Causes== | ==Causes== | ||
The primary cause of Harrison's Groove is chronic respiratory diseases, such as [[asthma]] and [[bronchitis]], and rickets. These conditions cause the diaphragm to pull inward, creating a visible groove along the lower border of the thorax. | The primary cause of Harrison's Groove is chronic respiratory diseases, such as [[asthma]] and [[bronchitis]], and rickets. These conditions cause the diaphragm to pull inward, creating a visible groove along the lower border of the thorax. | ||
==Symptoms== | ==Symptoms== | ||
The primary symptom of Harrison's Groove is a visible horizontal groove or depression along the lower border of the thorax. This groove may be more pronounced during episodes of severe respiratory distress. | The primary symptom of Harrison's Groove is a visible horizontal groove or depression along the lower border of the thorax. This groove may be more pronounced during episodes of severe respiratory distress. | ||
==Related Conditions== | ==Related Conditions== | ||
Harrison's Groove is often associated with other medical conditions, including: | Harrison's Groove is often associated with other medical conditions, including: | ||
* [[Rickets]]: A condition caused by vitamin D, calcium, or phosphate deficiency, which leads to softening and weakening of the bones. | * [[Rickets]]: A condition caused by vitamin D, calcium, or phosphate deficiency, which leads to softening and weakening of the bones. | ||
* [[Chronic respiratory diseases]]: Long-term diseases of the airways and other structures of the lung. | * [[Chronic respiratory diseases]]: Long-term diseases of the airways and other structures of the lung. | ||
==See Also== | ==See Also== | ||
* [[Respiratory System]] | * [[Respiratory System]] | ||
* [[Thorax]] | * [[Thorax]] | ||
* [[Diaphragm (anatomy)]] | * [[Diaphragm (anatomy)]] | ||
==References== | ==References== | ||
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[[Category:Medical Signs]] | [[Category:Medical Signs]] | ||
[[Category:Respiratory System]] | [[Category:Respiratory System]] | ||
[[Category:Rickets]] | [[Category:Rickets]] | ||
[[Category:Chronic Respiratory Diseases]] | [[Category:Chronic Respiratory Diseases]] | ||
Latest revision as of 05:34, 4 April 2025
| Harrison's groove | |
|---|---|
| Synonyms | Harrison's sulcus |
| Pronounce | N/A |
| Specialty | N/A |
| Symptoms | Depression of the chest wall |
| Complications | None directly from the groove |
| Onset | Childhood |
| Duration | Permanent |
| Types | N/A |
| Causes | Rickets, Asthma, COPD |
| Risks | Vitamin D deficiency, Respiratory disease |
| Diagnosis | Physical examination |
| Differential diagnosis | Pectus excavatum, Pectus carinatum |
| Prevention | Adequate Vitamin D and Calcium intake, management of respiratory conditions |
| Treatment | Address underlying cause |
| Medication | N/A |
| Prognosis | Good if underlying condition is treated |
| Frequency | Rare |
| Deaths | N/A |
Harrison's Groove is a physical sign that can be observed in children suffering from chronic respiratory diseases and rickets. It is a horizontal groove or depression along the lower border of the thorax corresponding to the costal insertion of the diaphragm. This article will provide a detailed overview of Harrison's Groove, its causes, symptoms, and related medical conditions.
Definition[edit]
Harrison's Groove is a physical sign named after the British physician, Sir William Harrison. It is a horizontal groove or depression along the lower border of the thorax, corresponding to the costal insertion of the diaphragm. This groove is typically observed in children suffering from chronic respiratory diseases and rickets.
Causes[edit]
The primary cause of Harrison's Groove is chronic respiratory diseases, such as asthma and bronchitis, and rickets. These conditions cause the diaphragm to pull inward, creating a visible groove along the lower border of the thorax.
Symptoms[edit]
The primary symptom of Harrison's Groove is a visible horizontal groove or depression along the lower border of the thorax. This groove may be more pronounced during episodes of severe respiratory distress.
Related Conditions[edit]
Harrison's Groove is often associated with other medical conditions, including:
- Rickets: A condition caused by vitamin D, calcium, or phosphate deficiency, which leads to softening and weakening of the bones.
- Chronic respiratory diseases: Long-term diseases of the airways and other structures of the lung.
See Also[edit]
References[edit]
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