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Uterine Retroversion

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Definition: A condition in which the UTERUS is found tilted backward toward the spine. The uterus is more commonly found in a straight vertical or anteverted (tipped forward) position. Although retroverted uterus is a normal variant position without symptoms, it is sometimes associated with pain, discomfort and other pregnancy complications.  coordinate with OBSTETRIC LABOR COMPLICATIONS if pertinent    Other names Uterus, Tipped; Uterus, Retroverted Gravid; Uterus, Retroverted; Uterus, Retroflexed; Uterus, Incarcerated Retroverted; Uterine Retroversions; Uterine Retroflexions; Retroverted Uterus, Incarcerated; Retroversions, Uterine; Retroversion, Uterine; Retroflexions, Uterine; Retroflexion, Uterine; Gravid Uterus, Retroverted; Uterine Retroflexion; Tipped Uterus; Retroverted Uterus; Retroverted Gravid Uterus; Retroflexed Uterus; Incarcerated Retroverted Uterus

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