Note the location, quality, radiation, severity, and timing of the discomfort: Right upper quadrant discomfort suggests cholecystitis (check the Murphy sign), hepatitis, passive congestion, or ...

We performed ultrasonography (US) as a noninvasive approach to investigate the development of abdominal subcutaneous (SC) and preperitoneal (PP) fat depots in infants ≤1 y and compared longitudinal US ...

To examine five available software packages for the assessment of abdominal adipose tissue with magnetic resonance imaging, compare their features and assess the reliability of measurement results.

An abdominal mass is an abnormal growth in the abdomen. It causes visible swelling and may change the shape of the abdomen. You may notice weight gain and symptoms like abdominal discomfort, pain, and ...

How the assessment of cancer risk could be improved in patients with non-specific symptoms by including information from common blood test results. Incorporating information from common blood tests ...

Abdominal pain refers to discomfort in the space between the chest and pelvis. It can have various causes, including trapped gas, ulcers, or gastroenteritis. Symptoms often resolve quickly on their ...

The left lateral decubitus position with the patient's knees pulled up is usually the most comfortable and modesty-preserving positioning for an elderly person. Sometimes previous spinal injury limits ...