Sherren's triangle

Sherren's triangle
Synonyms
Pronounce	N/A
Specialty	General surgery, Emergency medicine
Symptoms	Hyperemia, inflammation
Complications	Necrosis, appendicitis
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Types	N/A
Causes	Acute appendicitis
Risks
Diagnosis	Physical examination, clinical signs
Differential diagnosis
Prevention
Treatment	Surgical intervention, appendectomy
Medication	N/A
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Deaths	N/A

Sherren's Triangle is a specific anatomical area on the human abdomen. It is named after the British surgeon, James Sherren, who first described it in the early 20th century. The triangle is used in medical examinations as a reference point for diagnosing certain conditions, such as appendicitis.

Definition

Sherren's Triangle is defined by three points on the abdomen: the umbilicus, the right anterior superior iliac spine, and the right psoas muscle. The triangle is used as a reference point in medical examinations, particularly when diagnosing conditions such as appendicitis.

Clinical Significance

Sherren's Triangle is most commonly used in the diagnosis of appendicitis. If a patient experiences pain or tenderness in this area, it can be a sign of an inflamed appendix. This is known as McBurney's point, which is located in Sherren's Triangle. Other conditions that may cause pain in Sherren's Triangle include diverticulitis, Crohn's disease, and gastroenteritis.

See Also

• McBurney's point
• James Sherren
• Appendicitis
• Diverticulitis
• Crohn's disease
• Gastroenteritis

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