noun
- Plural of crepitus; crackling, rattling, or popping sounds, especially those heard in medical examination of the lungs or joints.
Usage: Medical/clinical term; Often used in respiratory or orthopedic contexts
Examples
- The doctor heard crepituses in the patient's lungs during the physical examination.
- Fine crepituses were detected when the patient took a deep breath.
- Joint crepituses can indicate cartilage damage or arthritis.
- The radiologist noted subcutaneous crepituses following the surgical procedure.
- Crepituses in the knee joint became more pronounced with movement.