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Plessimeter

Definition:

A plessimeter is a medical instrument used for percussing the body to detect variations in sound and assess the size and density of internal organs.

Sample Sentences:

• The doctor used a plessimeter to percuss the abdomen and determine the location of the liver.
• The plessimeter is a valuable tool for evaluating the condition of the lungs by assessing the resonance during percussion.
• During the examination, the physician gently tapped the chest with the plessimeter and listened for any abnormal sounds.

Related Products:

• Medical Plessimeter
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