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Editor-In-Chief: C. Michael Gibson, M.S., M.D. [1]Associate Editor(s)-in-Chief: Sujit Routray, M.D. [2]
Overview
Common physical examination findings of mesothelioma include dullness on percussion and decreased breath sounds on ausculatation of the lung, ascites, abdominal mass, hemoptysis, pedal edema, and murmurs.[1]
Physical Examination
Common physical examination findings of mesothelioma include:[1]
Lungs
- Dullness on percussion indicating pleural effusion
- Auscultation of the lung produces decreased breath sounds, egophony, and/or a friction rub.
Abdomen
Heart
References
- ↑ 1.0 1.1 Signs and symptoms of mesothelioma. Wikipedia 2016. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mesothelioma. Accessed on February 16, 2016