You are palpating the abdomen and feel a small mass. Which of the following would you do next?

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It is easy to determine whether the mass is actually in the abdominal wall versus in the abdomen by palpating with the abdominal wall tensed. This can be accomplished by having the patient lift her head off the bed while supine. Usually, abdominal wall masses can be observed, whereas intra-abdominal masses are more concerning.

You Are Palpating the Abdomen and Feel a Small Mass