Pseudomyxoma peritonei physical examination

Editor-In-Chief: C. Michael Gibson, M.S., M.D. [1]Associate Editor(s)-in-Chief: Nima Nasiri, M.D.[2]Parminder Dhingra, M.D. [3]

Pseudomyxoma peritonei is a rare malignant tumor characterized by an abundant accumulation of mucinous ascites in viscera of organs and intraperitoneal cavity. Most cases of pseudomyxoma peritonei have no signs or symptoms, however, abdominal tenderness, abdominal distention and hernia may present.

Common physical examination findings of pseudomyxoma peritonei include:^[1][2]

• Abdominal tenderness
• Abdominal distention
• Skin ulcers
• Hernia
• Pelvic mass

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