Mc·Bur·ney's point (m k-bûr n z)n. A point above the anterior superior spine of the ilium, located on a straight line joining that process and the umbilicus, where pressure of the finger elicits tenderness in acute appendicitis. |
McBurney's point
Etymology: Charles McBurney; L, pungere, to puncture
a site of extreme sensitivity in acute appendicitis, situated in the normal area of the appendix midway between the umbilicus and the anterior iliac crest in the right lower quadrant of the abdomen. See also appendical reflex, appendicitis.
McBurney's point
Physical exam The point on the right lower flank, midway between the anterosuperior iliac spine and belly button, that corresponds to the appendix; finger pressure on MP elicits a major pain response–Dang!, that
HURTS–from Pts with acute appendicitis. See Appendicitis.
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