Levine's sign

Levine's sign
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Specialty	Cardiology
Symptoms	Chest pain, angina pectoris
Complications	N/A
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Causes	Myocardial infarction, angina
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Levine's sign is a classic medical sign that is often associated with angina pectoris and myocardial infarction. It is named after Dr. Sam Levine, a cardiologist at the Peter Bent Brigham Hospital, who first described the sign in 1974.

Description

Levine's sign is described as a clenched fist held over the chest, symbolizing the severe chest pain that patients often describe during an episode of angina pectoris or myocardial infarction. The sign is not specific to these conditions and can be seen in other causes of chest pain.

Clinical significance

Levine's sign is often used in the clinical setting as a non-verbal communication tool between the patient and the healthcare provider. It can provide valuable information about the nature and severity of the patient's chest pain. However, it is important to note that not all patients with angina or myocardial infarction will demonstrate Levine's sign.

See also

• Angina pectoris
• Myocardial infarction
• Chest pain
• Sam Levine