Pleximeter

Pleximeter is a medical instrument used in the process of percussion to measure the boundaries of organs located in the thoracic and abdominal cavities. The term "pleximeter" is derived from the Greek words "plexis" meaning stroke and "metron" meaning measure.

History

The pleximeter was first introduced by Pierre Adolphe Piorry in the 19th century. Piorry was a French physician who made significant contributions to the field of medicine, particularly in the development of medical instruments.

Design and Use

The pleximeter is typically a small, flat instrument made of ivory or another hard material. It is placed against the body part being examined, and then struck with a percussion hammer. The sound produced by this action is then analyzed to determine the size and position of the underlying organ.

The use of a pleximeter can help in the diagnosis of various medical conditions. For example, it can be used to detect the presence of fluid in the lungs (a condition known as pleural effusion) or to measure the size of the liver.

See Also

• Percussion (medicine)
• Pierre Adolphe Piorry
• Percussion hammer
• Pleural effusion

References

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