Vigouroux-Charcot Sign
Historical document, translated for reference. It reflects medical knowledge of the 1920s–30s and is not medical advice.
Summary
The Vigouroux-Charcot sign is a clinical finding characterized by increased electrical conductivity of the skin, or decreased electrical resistance. It is observed in patients with Basedow's disease (Graves' disease).
Encyclopedia entry (1928–1936)
VIGOUROUX-CHARCOT SIGN (Vigouroux-Charcot), consists of increased electrical conductivity of the skin (decreased resistance to electric current). It is observed in Basedow's disease.
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“Vigouroux-Charcot Sign.” Soviet Medical Encyclopedia. English translation of Bolshaya Meditsinskaya Entsiklopediya, 1st ed. (Moscow, 1928–1936), ed. N. A. Semashko. https://sovietmedicalencyclopedia.pages.dev/article/vigouroux-charcot-sign/