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Journal of Ultrasound in Medicine, Vol 2, Issue 4 161-164, Copyright © 1983 by American Institute of Ultrasound in Medicine

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The butterfly sign: an indicator of fluid within both the greater peritoneal cavity and the lesser omental bursa

F. S. Weill, P. Rohmer, A. Beloir and P. Bagni

Fluid accumulations present in the lesser omental bursa and the greater peritoneal cavity simultaneously outline a pattern resembling a butterfly. This "butterfly sign" can contribute to a more accurate diagnosis in evaluation of acute pancreatic processes and, more generally, acute abdominal syndromes.




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