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Title
Does This Patient Have Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm?
Authors
Lederle, Frank A.; Simel, David L.
Abstract
Discusses the physical examination of abdominal aortic aneurysm (AAA). Use of abdominal palpation to detect abnormal widening of the aortic pulsation; Safety of palpation of AAA; Evidence on the accuracy of palpation; Sensitivity of palpation; Positive predictive value of palpation; Impact of abdominal obesity on palpation; Measuring aortic width through palpation.
Publication
JAMA: Journal of the American Medical Association, 1999, Vol 281, Issue 1, p77