Meigs syndrome

noun

The triad of ascites, pleural effusion, and benign ovarian tumor (fibroma).

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Meanings

nounMeigs syndrome (uncountable)

alternative Demons-Meigs syndrome · alternative Demons-Meigs' syndrome · alternative Meigs' syndrome · alternative Meigs's syndrome

  1. uncountablemedicineThe triad of ascites, pleural effusion, and benign ovarian tumor (fibroma).

Origin

Named after Joe Vincent Meigs (1892-1963), American obstetrician and gynecologist.

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