Retroversion

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Retroversion

Retroversion (/ˌrɛtrəʊˈvɜːʃən/) is a term used in medicine to describe a state where an organ, such as the uterus or ovary, is tilted backwards. The opposite of retroversion is anteversion.

Etymology

The term "retroversion" is derived from the Latin words "retro" meaning backwards and "versio" meaning turning.

Related Terms

  • Anteversion: The normal forward tilt of an organ.
  • Retroflexion: A similar term to retroversion, but it specifically refers to the bending backwards of an organ or part.
  • Version (obstetrics): A procedure in obstetrics to manually turn a fetus in the womb.

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