Definition

1. Noun:
   • The slipping or falling out of place of an organ (as the uterus): In medical terminology, "descensus" refers to the abnormal downward displacement or prolapse of a bodily organ from its normal position.

Usage Examples

• Noun:
  • The patient was diagnosed with descensus of the bladder.
  • Severe descensus of the uterus may require surgical intervention.

Advanced Usage

• "Descensus uteri": A specific medical term for the prolapse of the uterus.
  • The study focused on risk factors for descensus uteri in postmenopausal women.

Variants and Related Words

• Prolapse (n): The more common general term for the falling down or slipping of an organ or part from its usual position.
  • Rectal prolapse is a related condition.
• Descend (v): To move or fall downward. While related etymologically, this is a general verb and not a medical term for organ displacement.

Synonyms

• Prolapse: The slipping forward or down of a part or organ.
• Ptosis: A drooping or falling down of an organ or part (often used for the eyelid).

Related Phrases

• Pelvic organ prolapse (POP): The broader clinical category that includes conditions like descensus.
  • Pelvic floor exercises can help prevent pelvic organ prolapse.

Noun

1. the slipping or falling out of place of an organ (as the uterus)