Pitting edema occurs when fluid collects in the tissue. By pressing
a thumb or finger firmly against the tissue for a few seconds, a
dent can be produced. When the finger is withdrawn the dent may
persist for several minutes.
Review Date: 10/28/2010
Reviewed By: Linda Vorvick, MD, Medical Director, MEDEX Northwest Division of
Physician Assistant Studies, University of Washington School of
Medicine. Also reviewed by David Zieve, MD, MHA, Medical Director,
A.D.A.M., Inc.
A.D.A.M., Inc. is accredited by URAC, also known as the American Accreditation HealthCare Commission (www.urac.org)
