Diagonal earlobe crease (Frank’s sign) and increased risk of cerebrovascular diseases: review of the literature and implications for clinical practice
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DOI: 10.1007/s10072-019-04080-2
Abstract: Diagonal earlobe crease (DELC) or Frank’s sign is a diagonal crease in the earlobe that extends diagonally from the tragus to the edge of the auricle with an angle of approximately 45°. Although its presence… read more here.
Keywords: diagonal earlobe; risk; earlobe crease; frank sign ... See more keywords
The Association between Earlobe Crease (Frank's Sign) and Abnormal Ankle-Brachial Index Determination Is Related to Age: A Population-Based Study
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DOI: 10.1155/2018/4735731
Abstract: Background Information on the association between earlobe crease (ELC) and peripheral artery disease is limited. We assessed this association in community-dwelling older adults. Study Design A total of 294 Atahualpa residents aged ≥60 years were… read more here.
Keywords: earlobe crease; age; determination; ankle brachial ... See more keywords
The Relationship between the Presence of an Earlobe Crease and Overactive Bladder: A Cross-Sectional Case-Controlled Study
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DOI: 10.3390/medicina59030476
Abstract: Background and Objectives: To examine the relationship between the presence of earlobe crease (EC) and overactive bladder (OAB). Materials and Methods: The earlobes of the participants were examined macroscopically. ECs were further divided into four… read more here.
Keywords: presence; relationship; presence earlobe; group ... See more keywords
Relationship between the earlobe crease and brain white matter abnormalities in apparently healthy subjects
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DOI: 10.3906/sag-1812-124
Abstract: Background/aim: In the present study we aimed to investigate whether the earlobe crease (ELC) might provide predictive information about white matter intensities (WMIs) in the brain that reflect brain aging.Materials and methods: A total of… read more here.
Keywords: earlobe crease; apparently healthy; elc; white matter ... See more keywords