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Ascites |
Accumulation of serous fluid in the peritoneal cavity. |
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Bruits |
Abnormal "swooshing" sounds heard on auscultation, indicating turbulent blood flow. |
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Ecchymosis |
A collection of blood in the subcutaneous tissues, causing purplish discoloration. |
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Petechiae |
Small hemorrhagic spots caused by capillary bleeding. |
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Precordium |
The area on the anterior chest corresponding to the aortic, pulmonic, tricuspid, and apical areas and ERB's point. |
