Palpation

Application of fingers with light pressure to the surface of the body to determine consistence of parts beneath in physical diagnosis; includes palpation for determining the outlines of organs.

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Tree Number(s): E01.370.600.600

MeSH Unique ID: D010173

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• Palpations

All MeSH Categories
Analytical, Diagnostic and Therapeutic Techniques and Equipment Category
Diagnosis
Diagnostic Techniques and Procedures
Physical Examination
Palpation
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