Preferred Label : curvature sign;
Definition : Large fluid collection with a curved anterior margin on transverse ultrasound below
the liver. If anteriorly convex, suggests ascites. If anteriorly concave, suggests
ovarian cyst.;
Source : Eisenberg, Ronald L. Atlas of Signs in Radiology.;
Origin ID : RID35133;
Associated condition(s)
Large fluid collection with a curved anterior margin on transverse ultrasound below
the liver. If anteriorly convex, suggests ascites. If anteriorly concave, suggests
ovarian cyst.
