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thumbprinting

n. (context radiology English) A radiologic sign found on a lateral C-spine radiograph, with a thickened free edge of the epiglottis resembling the distal thumb, that suggests a diagnosis of epiglottitis.

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Thumbprinting

Thumbprinting may refer to::

  • Fingerprint of the thumb
  • Thumbprint sign in radiology