Trousseau's sign is a clinical indicator of latent tetany where carpal spasm occurs due to ischemia induced by a blood pressure cuff. Chvostek's sign involves facial muscle twitching in response to tapping the facial nerve, both indicating potential hypocalcemia.
Trousseau Sign Test
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A positive Trousseau's sign means there is neuromuscular irritability due to low calcium levels in the blood. This suggests the presence of hypocalcemia, necessitating further evaluation and treatment.
A positive Trousseau's sign is caused by hypocalcemia, an electrolyte imbalance characterized by low levels of calcium in the blood.
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