metroptosis

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Definition

Noun: A medical condition characterized by the prolapse, or downward displacement, of the uterus from its normal anatomical position into the vaginal canal.

Usage

This is a specialized medical term. It is used in clinical, anatomical, and gynecological contexts to describe a specific type of pelvic organ prolapse. - The patient was diagnosed with metroptosis following her examination. - Severe metroptosis can cause significant discomfort and urinary symptoms.

Advanced Usage
  • The term is often used interchangeably with uterine prolapse, though "metroptosis" is the more precise technical term.
  • It is typically classified in degrees (e.g., first-degree, second-degree) based on how far the uterus descends.
Variants and Related Words
  • Metroptotic (adjective): Pertaining to or affected by metroptosis.
    • The surgeon repaired the metroptotic uterus.
  • Hysteroptosis: A synonymous term for uterine prolapse.
  • Prolapse (noun/verb): A general term for the slipping forward or down of a part or organ.
Synonyms
  • Uterine prolapse
  • Descensus uteri
Antonyms
  • Normal uterine position
  • Uterine support
Noun
  1. prolapse of the uterus

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