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rub (rub) 1. to move something over a surface with friction. 2. the action of such movement. 3. friction rub friction rub an auscultatory sound caused by the rubbing together of two serous surfaces, as in pericardial rub. pericardial rub , pericardial friction rub a scraping or grating friction rub heard with the heart beat, usually a to-and-fro sound, associated with pericarditis or other pathological condition of the pericardium. pleural rub , pleuritic rub a friction rub caused by friction between the visceral and costal pleurae. pleural rub Physical exam A friction sound heard during breathing in Pts with peuritis, due to the rubbing of the visceral and parietal pleurae How to thank TFD for its existence? Tell a friend about us, add a link to this page, add the site to iGoogle, or visit webmaster's page for free fun content. |
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