Nicoladoni sign
Nicoladoni sign seen in –
A. CRF
B. Thyrotoxicosis
C. Pericarditis
D. A V Fistula
Three most common AVFs are the –
- Radiocephalic fistula,
- Brachiocephalic fistula,
- Brachial artery–to–transposed basilic vein fistula
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If pressure is applied to an artery proximal to an arteriovenous fistula,
- Swelling reduces in size,
- Bruit and thrill disappears,
- Pulse rate and heart rate become normal.
What is the other name of Nicoladoni sign
Nicoladoni sign – also Called Branham sign
