Mumoli's sign
Mumoli's Sign
Mumoli's Sign (pronunciation: moo-mo-lee's sign) is a clinical sign used in the field of medicine to indicate the presence of a specific medical condition.
Etymology
The term "Mumoli's Sign" is named after Dr. Nicola Mumoli, an Italian physician who first described the sign in the medical literature.
Definition
Mumoli's Sign is a clinical sign that is observed in patients with pulmonary embolism. It is characterized by the presence of hemoptysis (coughing up blood) without dyspnea (shortness of breath).
Clinical Significance
The presence of Mumoli's Sign in a patient can be indicative of a pulmonary embolism. However, it is not a definitive diagnostic tool and should be used in conjunction with other diagnostic methods such as computed tomography (CT) scans and D-dimer tests.
Related Terms
- Pulmonary Embolism: A condition in which one or more arteries in the lungs become blocked by a blood clot.
- Hemoptysis: The coughing up of blood or blood-stained mucus from the bronchi, larynx, trachea, or lungs.
- Dyspnea: Shortness of breath, a common symptom of many medical conditions.
- Computed Tomography: A type of imaging test that uses x-rays to create detailed pictures of cross-sections of the body.
- D-dimer: A type of blood test that can help to rule out the presence of an inappropriate blood clot (thrombus).
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Mumoli's sign
- Wikipedia's article - Mumoli's sign
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