Preferred Label : sternal cupping sign;
Definition : Superior or inferior border of one or more sternal segments is slightly concave on
a lateral radiograph of a child. Originally ascribed to sickle cell anemia, but may
be produced by any cause of ischemic necrosis.;
Source : Eisenberg, Ronald L. Atlas of Signs in Radiology.;
Origin ID : RID35584;
Associated condition(s)
Superior or inferior border of one or more sternal segments is slightly concave on
a lateral radiograph of a child. Originally ascribed to sickle cell anemia, but may
be produced by any cause of ischemic necrosis.
